key

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key: metal object used to open locks
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Translation of key into German,

Noun

1.

lock

metal object used to open locks
Schlüssel mTürschlüssel m
  • She lost her house key.Sie hat ihren Hausschlüssel verloren.
2.

technology

button on a keyboard or typewriter
  • Press the enter key to continue.Drücken Sie die Eingabetaste, um fortzufahren.

Adjective

importance

very important or absolutely necessary
  • This is a key factor in our decision.Dies ist ein entscheidender Faktor für unsere Entscheidung.

Verb

tr.
1.

computers

enter information by typing on a keyboard
  • She keyed the data into the computer.Sie gab die Daten in den Computer ein.
2.

music

TECH.
adjust the musical pitch of
TECH.
stimmen intonieren
  • The musician keyed the instrument to the right pitch.Der Musiker stimmte das Instrument auf die richtige Tonhöhe.
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Expressions with key: examples in English and translations in German

eingeben
tippen
He keyed into the computer all the data from the survey.
key toprep.
der Schlüssel zu
Innovation is key to solving climate change.
aufregen
nervös machen
The loud music keyed up the crowd before the show..
Flaschenöffner
Dosenöffner
He used a church key to open the soda can.
Schlüssel zum Erfolg
Erfolgsfaktor
Determination is often seen as the key to success.
Schloss und Schlüssel
Verschluss
The treasure chest was secured with a lock and key.

Images of key

  • key: metal object used to open locks
    (lock) Schlüssel
  • key: button on a keyboard or typewriter
    (technology) Taste
  • key: area in front of a basketball hoop
    (sports) Zone
  • key: small island
    (geography) Cay

Synonyms and analogies of key in English

Examples of key in a sentence

  • The key to the garage was missing.
  • The space key is the largest on the keyboard.
  • He accidentally hit the wrong key while typing.
  • Understanding the market is key to launching a product.
  • The key to the puzzle was hidden in the first clue.
  • Check the key before reading the chart.

Translations of "key" in Context ordered by category and frequency

Adjective
wichtigadj.

This report outlines key objectives for the launching phase of the initiative.

Dieser Bericht skizziert die wichtigsten Ziele für die Startphase der Initiative.

wichtigeadj.

Each caption in the slideshow highlighted key aspects of the presentation.

Jeder Untertitel in der Präsentation hob wichtige Aspekte des Vortrags hervor.

Noun
derSchlüsselnm.

Listening carefully to customers is often the key for success in sales.

Aufmerksames Zuhören der Kundschaft ist oft der Schlüssel zum Erfolg im Vertrieb.

dieTastenf.

Each individual key can be assigned with various functions or macros.

Jede einzelne Taste lässt sich beliebig mit Funktionen oder Makros belegen.

Verb
eingebenv.

No, you should key what is entered on the image.

Nein, Sie sollten eingeben, was auf dem Bild sichtbar ist.

stimmenv.

Before recording, they always key up the guitar for a clearer tone.

Vor der Aufnahme stimmen sie immer die Gitarre für einen klareren Ton.

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key: Examples and translations in context

In the finishing argument, she summarized all the key points effectively.

In ihrem Schlusswort fasste sie alle wichtigen Punkte effektiv zusammen.

Boiling is a key step in the baking process of many recipes.

Das Kochen ist ein wichtiger Schritt im Backprozess vieler Rezepte.

Her elevator pitch effectively summarized the project in a few key highlights.

Ihr Elevator Pitch fasste das Projekt in wenigen wichtigen Punkten effektiv zusammen.

The debate highlighted several blind spots among the participants on key issues.

Die Debatte offenbarte mehrere blinde Flecken der Teilnehmer bei wichtigen Themen.

In her presentation, she will state the project's key achievements.

In ihrer Präsentation wird sie die wichtigsten Erfolge des Projekts darlegen.

It's important to get hold of the key witness before the trial.

Es ist wichtig, den Hauptzeugen vor dem Prozess zu erreichen.

Luxury brands see pink money as a key driver of their urban sales.

Luxusmarken sehen Pink Money als wichtigen Motor ihrer städtischen Umsätze.

The negotiation met with failure because neither side would compromise on key issues.

Die Verhandlung scheiterte, weil keine Seite bei den wichtigen Punkten nachgab.

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