key
/kiː/
noun
A small metal thing used to open a lock
“She used the key to open the door.”
מפתח
Key is a noun in the everyday objects category. It is a beginner (ages 6-8) word, meaning "A small metal thing used to open a lock" In Hebrew, key translates to מפתח.
Example Sentences
- She put the key in the lock and turned it to open the door.
- He always keeps his house key in the front pocket of his bag.
- The teacher had a big bunch of keys on her belt.
Did You Know? The first keys were made from wood about 4,000 years ago in ancient Egypt. Modern keys have tiny grooves that match pins inside the lock — if even one pin is in the wrong place, the key will not turn. In medieval times, only very important people had keys, which is why being given a key is still a symbol of trust today.
Common Word Combinations
car keykey ringlock and keyturn the key
Related Words
lockdoorpasswordsecret
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