das Bündnis
Translation
alliance, pact, coalition, league
Examples
Die zwei Länder schlossen ein Bündnis.
The two countries formed an alliance.
Sie gründeten ein Bündnis für den Frieden.
They founded an alliance for peace.
Das Bündnis zwischen den Parteien war stark.
The alliance between the parties was strong.
Grammar Patterns
ein Bündnis ((mit+3)) schließen to form an alliance with (sb./sth.) They formed an alliance with the neighboring country.
ein Bündnis ((für+4)) an alliance for (sth.) It is an alliance for more environmental protection.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Allianz, Pakt, Koalition.
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'binden' (to bind, to tie). An alliance 'binds' parties together.
Memory Tips
Imagine two groups 'bound' together by a rope, forming a 'Bündnis'.