This is the 170th most frequent Latvian word.
kamēr
"Kamēr" means "while" or "until" in English.
In this sentence, 'kamēr' is used as a conjunction indicating simultaneous actions occurring over a period of time.
Es lasīju grāmatu, kamēr viņš gatavoja vakariņas.
I was reading a book while he was preparing dinner.
Here, 'kamēr' introduces a subordinate clause indicating a time frame during which another action will occur.
Kamēr tu atbildi, es sākšu rakstīt.
While you answer, I will start writing.
In this usage, 'kamēr' conveys the idea of 'as long as,' setting a condition for the main action.