Key (en. Susi)

kiː

Meaning & Definition

EnglishTagalog
noun
A metal object used to open and close a lock.
I took the key to open the door.
Kinuha ko ang susi upang buksan ang pinto.
An important thing that facilitates a situation or problem.
Education is the key to success.
Ang edukasyon ay susi sa tagumpay.
A symbol or sign on a map or chart.
The key of the map contains symbols for different locations.
Nasa susi ng mapa ang mga simbolo para sa iba't ibang lokasyon.

Etymology

From Old English 'cāege', of Germanic origin.

Common Phrases and Expressions

key to success
The essential elements or steps needed to achieve success.
susi ng tagumpay

Related Words

door key
The specific key used to unlock a door.
susi ng pinto
car key
The key used to start or unlock a car.
susi ng kotse

Slang Meanings

Combination of joy and fantasy
That key, it’s like everything is happy because I’m here!
Yun bang key na 'yan, para bang lahat ng bagay masaya kasi nandito na ako!
Key to success
When you study hard, that’s the key to a bright future!
Kapag nag-aaral ka ng mabuti, yan ang key sa magandang kinabukasan!
Telling the truth
Please be the key and tell him the truth already!
Pakiusap, maging key ka naman at sabihin mo na sa kanya ang totoo!
Key to love
Always with the key of love, that’s why everything’s happy!
Laging kasama ang key ng pagmamahalan, kaya laging masaya!