locksmith
word
Definition
A locksmith is a person who makes, repairs, and opens locks, or makes keys for locks.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly used for the skilled trade or business of making and fixing locks and keys. Formal and neutral. Often used in emergencies when someone is locked out of a car or home.
Spanish: cerrajeroPortuguese (BR): chaveiroPortuguese (PT): serralheiroChinese (Simplified): 锁匠Chinese (Traditional): 鎖匠Hindi: ताला बनाने वालाArabic: صانع الأقفالBengali: তালা-মিস্ত্রি - তালাচাবি মেকারRussian: слесарь по замкам - мастер по замкамJapanese: 鍵屋 - 錠前師Vietnamese: thợ sửa khóaKorean: 자물쇠공Turkish: çilingirUrdu: تالا سازIndonesian: tukang kunci
Example Sentences
I called a locksmith to fix my broken door lock.
basic
I got locked out of my apartment, so I had to call a locksmith late at night.
natural
The car locksmith charged a lot to unlock my vehicle, but at least I got my keys back.
natural
You can usually find a locksmith shop near busy streets or shopping centers.
natural
The locksmith made a new key for me.
basic
A locksmith can open a door if you lose your keys.
basic