🇯🇵Japanese Source WordCode: JA

同盟国

Pronunciation / Transliteration: dōmeikoku

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Allies/ˈæl.aɪz/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇯🇵 Example Sentence in Japanese:

"同盟国は戦争で協力しました。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    Individuals, groups, or nations that cooperate for a specific purpose, often in a military or political context.

    "During World War II, the Allies included countries such as the United States, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union."
  2. 2

    A person or group that provides support or assistance to another.

    "In the business world, forming alliances with other companies can lead to mutual benefits."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'allies' originates from the Latin 'alligare', meaning 'to bind to', which evolved through Old French 'alier' before entering Middle English. Historically, it has come to denote those who unite for a common purpose, particularly in military or political contexts.

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