La targeta clau
Example: Sempre porto la targeta clau per entrar a casa meva.
Definition
"La targeta clau" is a key card used to gain access to secured places, such as homes or hotels. It functions as a portable electronic key, allowing entry without a traditional metal key, often by swiping or tapping the card against a reader.
Etymology
The term "la targeta clau" comes from Catalan, where "targeta" means card and "clau" means key. Together, they literally translate to 'key card.' This reflects the combination of a card that serves the function of a key, a concept that became common with the rise of electronic security systems.
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"La targeta clau" appears in the Vocaplus list "Catalan - General - (A1) - set 4", containing 104 commonly used words.
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