This is the 210th most frequent Spanish word.
medida
"Medida" means "measure" or "measurement" in English.
Here, 'medida' refers to the dimension or quantitative aspect of the room.
La medida de la habitación es de 12 metros cuadrados.
The measurement of the room is 12 square meters.
In this context, 'medida' is used in the phrase 'en medida que,' signifying 'as' or 'to the extent that.'
En medida que practiques, mejorarás.
As you practice, you will improve.
Here, 'medida' is used to mean 'action' or 'steps taken' to achieve a goal.