Die Schlüsselkarte
Example: Ich habe die Schlüsselkarte für das Hotelzimmer bekommen.
Definition
"Die Schlüsselkarte" refers to a key card used to gain access, typically to rooms in hotels or secured areas. It functions electronically or magnetically, replacing traditional metal keys to authorize entry.
Etymology
The German word "die Schlüsselkarte" combines "Schlüssel," meaning key, and "Karte," meaning card. It originated with the rise of electronic access systems, replacing metal keys with cards for convenience and security.
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"Die Schlüsselkarte" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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