der Schlüssel, –
key
Ein kleines Werkzeug aus Metall, das man benutzt, um Türen, Schlösser oder ähnliche Dinge zu öffnen oder zu schließen.
The German word "Schlüssel" is a noun that means "key". The word is not a compound of simpler words and stands on its own in contemporary German. It can refer to a physical key used to lock or unlock a door or a metaphorical key to a problem or solution. There are also compound words that use "Schlüssel", such as "Schlüsselbund" (keychain) or "Schlüsselposition" (key position). Similar terms may include "Passwort" (password) for digital keys or "Geheimcode" (secret code).
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Examples
Kannst du mir den Schlüssel geben?noun
Can you give me the key?
Der Schlüssel liegt auf dem Tisch.noun
The key is lying on the table.
Hast du den Schlüssel dabei?noun
Do you have the key with you?
Ich suche meine Schlüssel im Rucksack.noun
I am looking for my keys in the backpack.
Die Schlüssel sind sehr alt.noun
The keys are very old.
Welcher Schlüssel öffnet diese Box?noun
Which key opens this box?
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