La clau
Example: He perdut la clau de casa i no puc entrar.
Definition
"La clau" refers to a small, usually metal object used to operate a lock, enabling the opening or securing of doors, containers, or other mechanisms. It is essential for access control, as illustrated in the example phrase where someone has lost their house key and cannot enter.
Etymology
The term "la clau" in Catalan derives from the Latin word 'clavis,' which means key. This Latin root has influenced many Romance languages, preserving the concept of a key as an instrument for unlocking. Did you know that the word 'clavis' also gave rise to the English word 'clavicle' because of its key-like shape?
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"La clau" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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