die Ligue
Translation
league, alliance
Examples
Sie gründeten eine politische Ligue.
They founded a political league.
Die Katholische Ligue war ein Bündnis im 16. Jahrhundert.
The Catholic League was an alliance in the 16th century.
Grammar Patterns
to found a league They founded a political league.
Similar Words
Liga, Bund (federation), Bündnis (alliance), Allianz (alliance)
Etymology
From French 'ligue', which comes from Latin 'ligare' (to bind, to tie).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the French-sounding, slightly archaic cousin of the common German word 'Liga'. Associate it with sports leagues or historical alliances.