La clé
Example: J'ai perdu la clé de ma porte ce matin.
Definition
"La clé" refers to a small metal instrument used to open or close a lock, typically found on doors or containers. It is essential for securing or gaining access to a space, as in the phrase "I lost the key to my door this morning."
Etymology
The term "la clé" comes from the Latin word "clavis," meaning key. Did you know that this root has influenced many words related to unlocking or solving puzzles in various languages? Its form evolved in Old French to "clée" before becoming "clé" in modern French.
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"La clé" appears in the Vocaplus list "French - General - (Mixed) - set 1", containing 20 commonly used words.
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