This is the 11591st most frequent Polish word.
kazano
"Kazano" means "was ordered" or "was told" in English.
The word 'kazano' is used in the sense of someone imposing an order or instruction upon the subject, expressed in a passive voice.
Kazano nam czekać przed wejściem do sali.
We were ordered to wait outside the room.
Here 'kazano' reflects the act of someone commanding that the students take preparatory action, stressing an authoritative tone.
Kazano studentom przygotować się do egzaminu.
The students were instructed to prepare for the exam.
In this sentence, 'kazano' indicates that the speaker was specifically directed to perform the action, implying a directed imperative from another party.