No. 673 in Polish
jednym
"Jednym" means "one" or "single" in the instrumental case in Polish.
In a sentence
Jestem jednym z najlepszych uczniów w klasie.
I am one of the best students in the class.
Here, 'jednym' is used to denote 'one (of),' specifically as part of a group.
Zamknij to pudełko jednym ruchem.
Close this box with one motion.
In this context, 'jednym' indicates something done in a single motion or action, emphasizing singularity.
Jednym z powodów, dla których tu jestem, jest praca.
One of the reasons I am here is work.
Here, 'jednym' functions to introduce a reason, indicating it is singular among others.
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