etliches
Translation
quite a lot, a fair amount, several things
Examples
Er hat schon etliches erlebt.
He has already experienced quite a lot.
Es gibt noch etliches zu tun.
There is still a fair amount to do.
Grammar Patterns
etliches ((as accusative object)) (quite a lot) Er hat schon etliches erlebt.
Similar Words
manches, einiges, verschiedenes; Antonyms: weniges, nichts
Etymology
Related to 'etwas' (something), but implies a greater quantity or variety.
Memory Tips
Think of it as an upgraded 'etwas' – not just 'something', but 'quite a bit of something'.