No. 19 in Polish
jednak
"Jednak" means "however," "yet," "still," or "after all," depending on context.
In a sentence
Myślałem, że będzie padać, jednak wyszło słońce.
I thought it would rain, but the sun came out.
In this sentence, 'jednak' functions as a conjunction implying contrast between an expectation and reality, often translated to 'but'.
To trudne zadanie, jednak spróbuję je wykonać.
It is a difficult task, yet I will attempt to complete it.
Here, 'jednak' emphasizes a resolute decision to proceed despite difficulties, translated as 'yet'.
On jest jednak najbardziej pracowitym z nas wszystkich.
He is indeed the most hardworking among us all.
In this context, 'jednak' is used for emphasis, confirming or asserting a statement, translated as 'indeed'.
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