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langjährig

long-standing, of many years

adjective LANG-yae-rig Rare
Time Time Expressions

Also means

lasting many years

Usage Note

langjährig describes something practised or existing over many years: langjährige Erfahrung (many years of experience), ein langjähriger Freund (a long-standing friend). Very common in CVs and news reporting.

Examples

"Sie hat langjährige Erfahrung in der Buchhaltung."

Natural Translation

She has many years of experience in accounting.

Literal Translation

She has long-yearly experience in the bookkeeping.

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