This is the 10453rd most frequent Polish word.
czuwali
"Čuwali" means "they were vigilant" or "they kept watch."
The verb 'czuwali' here denotes keeping watch or staying awake for a purpose, emphasizing a state of alertness.
Czuwali całą noc, aby upewnić się, że wszystko jest w porządku.
They kept watch all night to ensure everything was fine.
The verb 'czuwali' here is used to express the act of keeping vigil or staying attentive in a ceremonial context.
Podczas ceremonii czuwali, aby uczcić pamięć zmarłego.
During the ceremony, they kept vigil to honor the deceased's memory.
In this context, 'czuwali' conveys overseeing or ensuring the well-being of others, implying custodial responsibility.