This is the 132nd most frequent French word.
tant
The French word "tant" means "so much" or "so many" in English.
'Tant' quantifies 'de choses', emphasizing abundance.
Tant de choses sont possibles avec de la pratique.
So many things are possible with practice.
'Tant' modifies 'occupé', indicating intensity of the state.
Il était tant occupé qu'il a oublié son rendez-vous.
He was so busy that he forgot his appointment.
'Tant' emphasizes the verb 'me demandais', suggesting great curiosity.