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я много лет

I … for many years

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I … for many years The phrase is usually followed by a verb; the verb’s tense and context determine the exact English wording.
RU: Я много лет изучаю русский язык.
EN: I've been studying Russian for many years.

Я много лет был его психиатром.

I was his psychiatrist for many years.

— Дикие истории (2014)

Я много лет не был в Австралии.

I haven't been to Australia in many years.

Я много лет жил в Австралии.

I lived in Australia for many years.

Я много лет тут работаю.

I have been working here for many years.

— Ушедшие (2008)

Я много лет мечтал об этом.

I had dreamed of this for many years.

Я много лет живу в Австралии.

I have lived in Australia for many years.

Я много лет не рисовал.

I haven't drawn in many years.