das Bündnis
Translation
alliance, coalition, pact, league
Examples
Die beiden Länder schlossen ein Bündnis.
The two countries formed an alliance.
Sie traten einem militärischen Bündnis bei.
They joined a military alliance.
Grammar Patterns
((to form/enter into)) an alliance ((with sb./sth.)) The countries formed an alliance with their neighbors.
an alliance ((against sb./sth.)) They formed an alliance against the common enemy.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Allianz, die Koalition, der Pakt
Etymology
From the verb 'binden' (to bind). An alliance 'binds' parties together legally or politically.
Memory Tips
Think of the English word 'bundle'. A 'Bündnis' is like a bundle of countries or groups tied together for a common purpose.