die Schlüsselrolle
Translation
key role, pivotal role
Examples
Sie spielt eine Schlüsselrolle im Projekt.
She plays a key role in the project.
Bildung hat eine Schlüsselrolle für die Zukunft.
Education has a key role for the future.
Grammar Patterns
to play a key role ((in sth.dat)) eine Schlüsselrolle in et3 spielen She plays a key role in the company.
to have a key role ((for sth.acc)) eine Schlüsselrolle für et4 haben Technology has a key role for the economy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Hauptrolle (main role), die zentrale Rolle (central role)
Etymology
A compound of 'Schlüssel' (key) and 'Rolle' (role). Literally means 'key role'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a role that is the 'key' to unlocking the success of a project or situation.