forces
Translation
forces, troops, powers
Examples
The armed forces protect the country.
The armed forces protect the country.
They joined forces to complete the project.
They joined forces to complete the project.
Grammar Patterns
((...)) forces The armed forces are ready.
((...)) to join forces They joined forces to win.
Similar Words
Synonyms: troops, army, power
Etymology
Plural of 'force', from Old French 'force', from Latin 'fortia' (strength).
Memory Tips
Think of many people using their 'force' together, creating military 'forces' or powerful groups.