Korean Dictionary

How to say “Key” in Korean

열쇠

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Usage & Context

A key is used to open locks. The term 열쇠 is commonly used in Korean daily life. Many Koreans use electronic keys or keycards in modern apartments.

Example Sentence

열쇠로 문을 열어요.

I open the door with a key.

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