🇵🇹Portuguese Source WordCode: PT

Papel chave

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Papel chave

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Key Role/kiː roʊl/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇵🇹 Example Sentence in Portuguese:

"Ele teve um papel chave na equipe."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A position or function that is essential to the success or operation of a system or organization.

    "In the project, she played a key role in coordinating the team’s efforts."
  2. 2

    A significant part or contribution in a particular situation.

    "His key role in the negotiations helped secure a favorable outcome."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'key' originates from Old English 'cā', meaning a device for opening locks, while 'role' comes from the French 'rôle', referring to a part played in a performance. The combination reflects the importance of a specific function or position in various contexts.

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