Urdu · Daily Life
چابی
chaabi
Key
Beginnernoun
Definition
A metal object used to open locks.
Example
مجھے اپنی چابیاں نہیں مل رہیں۔
I cannot find my keys.
Etymology
'چابی' (chaabi) originates from the Persian word 'چابی' (chaabi), meaning 'key.' This term reflects historical interactions and borrowings from Persian into Urdu.
How & Where It’s Used
This word is used informally and formally in spoken contexts, often when discussing locks or access. It's recognized across Urdu-speaking regions.