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key in

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ˌki ˈɪn/ · UK /ˌkiː ˈɪn/

key in means: To enter information into a computer or machine by pressing keys.

verb

TYPE DATAB1

To enter information into a computer or machine by pressing keys.

  • Key in your name.
  • She keyed the wrong number in.
  • Have you keyed in all the customer details?

Similar words: enter, type in, input

Common phrases: key in a code, key in your password, key something in

INFORM SOMEONEC2

To tell someone important information that other people may not know.

  • Please key me in.
  • She keyed her assistant in on the private discussions.
  • Has anyone keyed you in on tomorrow’s announcement?

How to use it: key someone in on something (Could you key me in on the new plan?)

Similar words: fill in, brief, inform

Common phrases: key someone in, key me in

Questions about key in

What does key in mean?

To enter information into a computer or machine by pressing keys.

What is key in in other languages?

Türkçe: tuşlayarak girmek · Español: teclear · Français: saisir · Deutsch: eingeben · Italiano: digitare · 日本語: 入力する

How do you pronounce key in?

In American English /ˌki ˈɪn/; in British English /ˌkiː ˈɪn/.

How do you use key in in a sentence?

Key in your name. She keyed the wrong number in.

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