English–German

“join forces” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/fɛɐ̯ˈbʏndn̩/

Example

Die Nachbarstaaten haben sich gegen die Bedrohung verbündet.

The neighboring states have joined forces against the threat.

Illustration for verbünden (join forces)

How to say “join forces” in German

“Join forces” in German is verbünden.

Separate groups stand under one banner and act together toward a shared goal.

Full entry for verbünden: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with verbünden

Die neue Regierung hat sich mit mehreren Oppositionsparteien verbündet, um die Reform durchzusetzen.

The new government has allied with several opposition parties to push the reform through.

Tips for using verbünden

  • Verbünden is normally used reflexively as sich verbünden, with mit naming partners and gegen naming the opposing party.

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