Schlüssel Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Schlüssel" is used as noun with the meaning of "key", "clue" or "solution".

Essential properties of "Schlüssel"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Gender: masculine
  • Singular: der Schlüssel
  • Plural: die Schlüssel

Meanings of "Schlüssel" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Metallic object for locks"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Ich habe meinen Schlüssel verloren.I have lost my key.
  2. Kannst du mir bitte den Schlüssel geben?Can you please give me the key?
  3. Der Schlüssel passt nicht ins Schloss.The key does not fit the lock.

2.) "Crucial element for understanding or solving"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Der Schlüssel zum Erfolg ist harte Arbeit.The key to success is hard work.
  2. Diese Information ist der Schlüssel zur Lösung des Rätsels.This information is the key to solving the riddle.
  3. Kommunikation ist der Schlüssel für eine gute Beziehung.Communication is the key to a good relationship.

3.) "Musical symbol for key or tonality"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Das Stück ist im Schlüssel von G-Dur geschrieben.The piece is written in the key of G major.
  2. Der Violinschlüssel ist ein wichtiger Schlüssel in der Musik.The treble clef is an important clef in music.
  3. Wir müssen den Schlüssel wechseln, um die Melodie tiefer zu spielen.We need to change the key to play the melody lower.
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