This is the 41st most frequent Lithuanian word.
metais
"Metais" means "years" in English, typically referring to a specific period in time.
In this instance, "metais" indicates the passage of time or years cumulatively, conveying an idea of gaining wisdom over time.
Su metais supranti gyvenimo vertybes.
With years, you understand the values of life.
In this sentence, "metais" signifies a point in time—specifically the year of an event (1990).
Jis gimė 1990 metais.
He was born in the year 1990.
Here, "metais" refers to a particular year being mentioned in a temporal context.