Unlocks Meaning in English
word · lemma: unlock
ənˈɫɑk
uhn-LOKS
ʌnlˈɒks
un-LOKS
Definition
To open something that is locked, such as a door, phone, or device; can also mean to make something accessible or available.
Usage & Nuances
Usually physical, digital, or metaphorical access; commonly used with doors, phones, achievements ('unlock a level'), or opportunities ('unlock potential'). Formal or neutral. Not to be confused with 'open', which is broader; 'unlock' requires something to be locked first.
Spanish: desbloquea - abre (con llave)Portuguese (BR): desbloqueia - destrancaPortuguese (PT): desbloqueia - destrancaChinese (Simplified): 解锁 - 打开（用钥匙）Chinese (Traditional): 解鎖 - 打開（用鑰匙）Hindi: अनलॉक करता है - ताला खोलता हैArabic: يفتح القفل - يفتح (بمفتاح)Bengali: তালা খোলে - উন্মুক্ত করেRussian: открывает - разблокируетJapanese: 解除する - アンロックするVietnamese: mở khóaKorean: 잠금을 해제하다Turkish: kilidi açar - erişim sağlarUrdu: کھولتا ہے - ان لاک کرتا ہےIndonesian: membuka kunci
Example Sentences
She unlocks the door every morning.
basic
The teacher unlocks the classroom before class.
basic
A code unlocks the phone.
basic
Her smile unlocks new friendships wherever she goes.
natural
Finishing this level unlocks a secret character in the game.
natural
Education unlocks countless opportunities for your future.
natural