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    Clefs (en. Keys)

    /klef/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    Instrument that allows for the operation of a locking mechanism.
    He lost his keys and cannot get back home.
    Il a perdu ses clefs et ne peut pas rentrer chez lui.
    Essential element needed to access something.
    Communication is the key to a good relationship.
    La communication est la clef d'une bonne relation.
    In a musical context, a symbol indicating the location of notes on a staff.
    The treble clef is used for most modern music.
    La clef de sol est utilisée pour la plupart des musiques modernes.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'clavis', meaning 'key'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to have the key
    to have the solution or the means to solve a problem.
    avoir la clef
    to provide the key to success
    to provide the necessary elements for success.
    donner la clef du succès
    keystone
    central element that holds together other elements.
    clef de voûte

    Related Words

    lock
    Closing mechanism that uses a key to be opened.
    serrure
    key
    Singular synonym of keys.
    clé
    USB key
    Data storage device that can be connected to a USB port.
    clé USB

    Slang Meanings

    Refers to a person who has many friends or important contacts.
    This guy has all the keys on his phone.
    Ce gars-là a toutes les clefs dans son téléphone.
    Suggests a quick or clever solution.
    You have the key to this problem, share it with us!
    Tu as la clef pour ce problème, partage-la avec nous !