Greek · Daily Life
κλειδί
kleidí
Key
Beginnernoun · neuter
Definition
A metal object used to open locks.
Example
Δεν βρίσκω τα κλειδιά μου.
I cannot find my keys.
Etymology
'Κλειδί' (kleidí) comes from the Ancient Greek 'κλειδίον' (kleidíon), meaning 'little key'. It has maintained its meaning throughout history, often associated with the concepts of access and security.
How & Where It’s Used
'Κλειδί' is common in everyday discourse, used informally in spoken contexts and also in writing related to security, home, and navigation.