niegdyś

niegdyś

"Once" or "formerly."

The word 'niegdyś' is used to refer to a past period of time, often a significant while ago, and translates to 'once' or 'formerly'.

Niegdyś byłem nauczycielem.

Once I was a teacher.

Here, 'niegdyś' describes a situation or state that existed in the past, emphasizing its difference from the present.

Niegdyś te tereny były pokryte lasami.

These lands were formerly covered with forests.

In this context, 'niegdyś' provides additional background, revealing a past relationship or condition.

Spotkałem go ponownie, niegdyś był moim dobrym znajomym.

I met him again; once, he was a good acquaintance of mine.