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Definitions
- 1. key
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Word relationships
Usage notes
Common mistakes
钥匙 is often mispronounced as yào shí by learners; the correct pronunciation is yào shi with a neutral tone on the second syllable.
Formality
钥匙 is the standard term for 'key' in all registers; there is no formal or informal variant.
Example Sentences
5 shown我的 钥匙 不见了。
请把 钥匙 挂在钩子上。
这是我的 钥匙 。
这是一把万能 钥匙 。
他四处寻找丢失的 钥匙 。
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Words Containing 钥匙
One key opens one lock.
public key (in encryption)
private key (in encryption)
master key
to make a key
keycard
keyhole
keychain