B2 noun 중립

alliance

/əˈlaɪ.əns/

A relationship based on an agreement between people, groups, or countries to work together for a common purpose or benefit. It often refers to political, military, or business partnerships where entities combine resources to achieve a specific goal.

예시

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1

My brother and I formed an alliance to finish the chores quickly so we could go out.

My brother and I formed an alliance to finish the chores quickly so we could go out.

2

The two nations signed a formal alliance to improve regional security and trade.

The two nations signed a formal alliance to improve regional security and trade.

3

I made a little alliance with the neighbor to share our gardening tools.

I made a little alliance with the neighbor to share our gardening tools.

어휘 가족

명사
alliance
Verb
ally
형용사
allied
관련
ally
💡

암기 팁

Think of 'All' + 'iance': A group where 'All' members are acting together in one 'instance'.

빠른 퀴즈

The two tech companies formed a strategic _______ to compete with their larger rivals.

정답!

정답은: alliance

예시

1

My brother and I formed an alliance to finish the chores quickly so we could go out.

everyday

My brother and I formed an alliance to finish the chores quickly so we could go out.

2

The two nations signed a formal alliance to improve regional security and trade.

formal

The two nations signed a formal alliance to improve regional security and trade.

3

I made a little alliance with the neighbor to share our gardening tools.

informal

I made a little alliance with the neighbor to share our gardening tools.

4

The researcher explored the strategic alliance between the two pharmaceutical giants during the pandemic.

academic

The researcher explored the strategic alliance between the two pharmaceutical giants during the pandemic.

5

The small tech startup entered into an alliance with a major corporation to gain wider market access.

business

The small tech startup entered into an alliance with a major corporation to gain wider market access.

어휘 가족

명사
alliance
Verb
ally
형용사
allied
관련
ally

자주 쓰는 조합

form an alliance form an alliance
strategic alliance strategic alliance
military alliance military alliance
uneasy alliance uneasy alliance
close alliance close alliance

자주 쓰는 구문

unholy alliance

an alliance between people who are usually enemies or who have very different views

defensive alliance

a pact to help one another in case of an attack

shifting alliances

partnerships that change frequently depending on circumstances

자주 혼동되는 단어

alliance vs allegiance

Allegiance is an individual's loyalty to a cause or leader, while alliance is the formal partnership between groups.

alliance vs ally

An 'ally' is the person or group you are working with (noun) or the act of joining (verb); 'alliance' is the name of the state of being joined.

📝

사용 참고사항

Use 'alliance' when discussing high-level agreements, especially in politics or business; it implies a mutual benefit rather than just a one-sided favor.

⚠️

자주 하는 실수

Learners often use the verb 'make' (make an alliance) instead of the more natural 'form' or 'enter into' an alliance.

💡

암기 팁

Think of 'All' + 'iance': A group where 'All' members are acting together in one 'instance'.

📖

어원

Derived from the Old French 'aliance', from the verb 'alier' meaning 'to bind' or 'to unite'.

문법 패턴

Countable noun: alliance (singular), alliances (plural) Commonly followed by the prepositions 'with' or 'between'.
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문화적 맥락

The term is most culturally significant in the context of international relations, such as NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization), often referred to as 'the Alliance'.

빠른 퀴즈

The two tech companies formed a strategic _______ to compete with their larger rivals.

정답!

정답은: alliance

관련 단어

badly

A1

In a way that is not good, effective, or successful. It can also be used to mean 'very much' when you want or need something a lot.

lineup

A1

A lineup is a group of people or things organized in a specific order for an event or purpose. It is often used to describe players on a sports team, performers at a concert, or a list of products.

thoughtful

A1

Thoughtful describes someone who is kind and thinks about the needs or feelings of others. It can also describe a person who is thinking deeply or carefully about a specific subject.

skull

A1

The skull is the hard, bony structure that forms the head in humans and animals. Its main purpose is to protect the brain and support the shape of the face.

recipient

A1

A recipient is a person or group that receives something, such as a letter, a gift, or an award. It is a formal way to describe the person on the receiving end of an action or object.

shy

A1

Shy describes a person who feels nervous, uncomfortable, or timid around other people. It often involves a lack of confidence in social situations or a hesitation to speak and interact with strangers.

shorts

A1

Shorts are a type of clothing worn on the lower part of the body that covers the hips and the tops of the legs. They are typically worn in warm weather or during physical activities like sports and exercise.

meadow

A1

A meadow is a field covered with grass and often wildflowers. It is a natural area where grass is allowed to grow freely, often used for animals to graze or for people to enjoy nature.

disrupt

A1

To stop something from happening in the normal way or to cause a problem that interrupts a process. It is often used when an event or a system is forced to change its usual flow.

scary

A1

Something that is scary makes you feel afraid or frightened. It is often used to describe things like horror movies, monsters, or dangerous situations that cause a feeling of fear.

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