Translation of Czech word "klíč" to English
klíč
/klɪʃ/
Meaning
NounAn object designed to open and close a lock. A card or fob that electronically signals a lock to open. A piece of information (e.g., a password or passphrase) used to encode or decode a message or messages. A password restricting access to an IRC channel.
How to use
Used for literal keys and figurative solutions. A core vocabulary item frequently encountered in standard conversational and written Czech.
🇬🇧 English
key
Example
Klíč je na stole.
The key is on the table.
Ztratila klíč.
She lost the key.
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- klíč od dveří— door key
- Klíč je na stole.— The key is on the table.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the Czech word "klíč" mean?▼
The Czech word "klíč" means "key" in English.
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Yes, here is a practical example: "Klíč je na stole." (which translates as "The key is on the table.").
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