What are keys called in Chinese? a) 钥匙 b) 锁匙 c) Both a) and b) are acceptable. The correct answer is 钥匙. In Singapore, we often say 锁匙; this is a translation from the Cantonese’s term for keys. During exams, it’s best to stick with 钥匙 because examiners may consider 锁匙 as a 病句。