Késtem
Késtem is a Hungarian word that functions as the first-person singular past tense form of the verb késni, meaning “I was late” or “I have been late.” It is used in everyday speech to report lateness, often in brief phrases such as “Késtem, elnézést” (I’m sorry, I was late).
Etymology and usage: Késik means “to be late,” and késtem forms the past tense for the speaker.
Other notes: In standard Hungarian, Késtem is not used as a typical proper noun for a place