chìa khoá
[t͡ɕiə˨˩ xwaː˧˦]
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
(noun) key (device designed to open and close a lock)
Where it’s used:
Used
Toàn quốc & hải ngoại · Vietnam-wide & diaspora
Sources & notes
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Sense 2
Meaning · English
(noun) key (crucial step)
Examples
chìa khoá thành côngthe key to success
Chìa khóa đem lại sự chuyển hóa nằm ở chánh niệm.The key to transformation is in mindfulness.
Wiktionary example (CC BY-SA 4.0)
Common questions
What does “chìa khoá” mean?
(noun) key (device designed to open and close a lock)
Is “chìa khoá” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.