This is the 10498th most frequent Polish word.
dawały
"Dawały" means "they were giving" or "they used to give" in English.
In this sentence, 'dawały' represents the past tense, third person plural feminine conjugation of the verb 'dawać,' which means 'to give.' It implies a recurring or habitual action in the past.
Dawały mi prezenty na urodziny.
They gave me gifts on my birthday.
Here, 'dawały' is again the past tense, third person plural feminine form of 'dawać,' used to describe a specific act of setting an example.
Dawały przykład młodszym uczniom.
They set an example for younger students.
In this context, 'dawały' conveys the idea of a continuous or habitual action in the past, highlighting kindness or positive actions.