Translation of German word "Schlüssel" to English
derSchlüssel
/ʃliːsəl/
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
The masculine noun Schlüssel ('key / code') declines regularly (plural is identical: die Schlüssel). It is derived from schließen (to close/lock).
🇬🇧 English
key
Example
Ich kann meinen Schlüssel für die Wohnung nirgendwo finden.
I can't find my apartment key anywhere.
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Common phrases
- Schlüssel stecken lassen— to leave the key in the lock (idiom)
- Schlüssel verlieren— to lose the keys
- Schlüsseldienst— locksmith service / key service (related)
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What is the definition of the German word "der Schlüssel"?▼
The German word "der Schlüssel" is defined as: "An 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."
What does the German word "der Schlüssel" mean?▼
The German word "der Schlüssel" means "key" in English.
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Can I see an example sentence with "Schlüssel"?▼
Yes, here is a practical example: "Ich kann meinen Schlüssel für die Wohnung nirgendwo finden." (which translates as "I can't find my apartment key anywhere.").
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