How to Say "Keys" in French - How To Say Guide

clés

The English phrase "keys" is translated into French as clés.

The word clés refers to small metal tools used to open or lock doors.

Which one should you use?

While clés is the standard and most common spelling, clefs is an alternative, more traditional way to spell the word.

In some regions, particularly in Canada, the spelling clefs may be used instead of clés.

clés is a feminine noun, so any accompanying adjectives must be in the feminine plural form.

A clé USB is the common French term for a USB flash drive, whereas English speakers use the word 'stick' or 'drive'.
The phrase clé en main translates literally to 'key in hand' and is used to describe a turnkey project where a buyer can move in immediately.
In French music theory, the word clef is used to describe the symbols at the beginning of a staff, such as the 'treble clef' known as clef de sol.

Où sont tes clés ?
Where are your keys?
This example is useful for asking where your keys are using clés.
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Où sont les clés ?
Where are the keys?
This example is useful for asking where the keys are using clés.
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Où sont mes clés ?
Where are my keys?
This example is useful for asking where my keys are using clés.
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J'ai oublié mes clés
I forgot my keys
passe-partout
Master key
Où est mon trousseau?
Where is my bunch of keys?
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