ally
gb/ˈælaɪ/ us/ˈælaɪ/
B1
Inglês
~ 6500
szövetséges, szövetségre lép, összefog, segítség
NOME
B1
1
szövetséges
B2
Padrão de uso:
[someone/something] is an ally of [someone/something]
Canada has long been a close ally of the United States.
Kanada régóta az Egyesült Államok szoros szövetségese.
During the war, several smaller countries became allies of the major powers.
A háború alatt több kisebb ország is a nagyhatalmak szövetségesévé vált.
She knew she would need strong allies inside the company to push through the changes.
The party’s main allies in parliament threatened to withdraw their support.
Finding allies among local leaders was crucial to the success of the project.
Exemplos para aprendentes
France was an important ally in the war.
Franciaország fontos szövetséges volt a háborúban.
We need strong allies if we want to win this fight.
Erős szövetségesekre van szükségünk, ha meg akarjuk nyerni ezt a harcot.
He is a key ally of the president.
Small countries often look for powerful allies.
The workers found allies in the local community.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes say *"He is ally with us"*. In most cases you need an article and the preposition **of** or **to**: **"He is an ally of ours"** or **"He is an ally to us."** Also, do not confuse **ally** (a friend or supporter) with **enemy** (someone who is against you).
Significado
supporter on your side
Colocações
close ally
|key ally
|loyal ally
|military ally
|political ally
|longtime ally
Sinónimos
partner (Suggests working together toward a goal, not always in a conflict or power struggle.)
Antónimos
opponent (An opponent is on the other side of a conflict or competition, not supporting you.)
Temas
politics
|war
|society
|relationships
Definição
A person, group, or country that helps and supports another side, especially in politics or war.
A person, group, or country that gives support to another in a conflict, struggle, or shared goal, often in politics or war.
NOME
B2
2
szövetséges
C1
Padrão de uso:
[someone] is an ally to [a group]
As a straight ally, he speaks out against homophobia at work.
Heteroszexuális szövetségesként felszólal a munkahelyi homofóbia ellen.
The training teaches managers how to be effective allies to Black employees.
A képzés megtanítja a vezetőket arra, hogyan lehetnek hatékony szövetségesei a fekete munkavállalóknak.
Many companies now encourage staff to join LGBTQ+ ally networks.
Being an ally means listening more than you speak.
She thanked her allies for standing beside her community during the protest.
Exemplos para aprendentes
He is not gay, but he is an LGBTQ+ ally.
Nem meleg, de az LMBTQ+-közösség szövetségese.
Good allies listen to the people they want to help.
A jó szövetségesek meghallgatják azokat, akiknek segíteni szeretnének.
The group needs more allies in positions of power.
She tries to be an ally to people with disabilities.
Being an ally means you speak up when you see unfair treatment.
Erro comum:
Learners sometimes think **ally** here means just "friend." In social-justice contexts, an **ally** is more specific: someone **not in the group** who actively supports its rights. A simple friend who does nothing for the cause is not usually called an ally in this sense.
Significado
supporter of a marginalized group
Colocações
LGBTQ+ ally
|straight ally
|true ally
|strong ally
|white ally
Sinónimos
supporter (More general and does not clearly show that the person is *outside* the group they support.)
Antónimos
opponent (An opponent works against the rights or interests of the marginalized group.)
Temas
society
|activism
|equality
|relationships
|politics
Definição
A person who is not part of a minority group but works to support and help that group.
Someone who actively supports the rights and interests of a marginalized group, while not being a member of that group themselves.
VERBO
B2
FORMAL
3
összefog
B1
Padrão de uso:
to ally [yourself/something] with [someone/something]
Several small parties allied themselves with the government to form a majority.
Több kisebb párt szövetségre lépett a kormánnyal, hogy többséget alkosson.
The company has allied with local charities to improve its public image.
A vállalat helyi jótékonysági szervezetekkel lépett szövetségre, hogy javítsa a nyilvános megítélését.
He refused to ally himself with any political faction.
The rebels allied themselves with foreign troops against the regime.
Environmental groups have allied with farmers to fight the new law.
Exemplos para aprendentes
The two groups decided to ally themselves with each other.
A két csoport úgy döntött, hogy szövetségre lép egymással.
They do not want to ally with that party.
Nem akarnak szövetségre lépni azzal a párttal.
Some countries allied with the United States.
The workers allied themselves with the students during the protest.
Our company will ally with a local partner in Asia.
Erro comum:
Learners often forget the reflexive form and say *"ally with"* when they mean **"ally yourself with"** in more formal writing (e.g. **"He allied himself with the rebels"**). In everyday speech, however, **"ally with"** is also common and acceptable: **"They allied with the rebels."**
Significado
join with someone for support
Colocações
ally oneself with
|ally with
|ally against
|ally closely with
Sinónimos
align (Focuses more on having similar opinions or positions; **ally** suggests a more active or strategic partnership.)
Antónimos
oppose (To oppose is to work against a person, group, or cause instead of joining with them.)
Temas
politics
|war
|society
|core_vocabulary
|relationships
Definição
To connect yourself or your group with another group or cause so you can support each other.
To join yourself or something you control with another person, group, or cause so that you support and cooperate with them.
NOME
B2
4
segítség
A2
Padrão de uso:
[something] is an ally in [activity]
In language learning, curiosity can be your greatest ally.
A nyelvtanulásban a kíváncsiság lehet a legnagyobb segítséged.
Good sleep is a powerful ally in fighting illness.
A pihentető alvás komoly segítség a betegség leküzdésében.
Technology has become an important ally for small businesses.
In this climate, time is not our ally.
A simple checklist can be an unexpected ally against mistakes.
Exemplos para aprendentes
Sleep is your best ally during exams.
Vizsgák idején az alvás a legjobb segítséged.
Practice is an important ally when you learn a new skill.
A gyakorlás fontos segítség, amikor új készséget tanulsz.
Water can be a strong ally on a hot day.
In this game, speed is your ally.
Planning ahead is a good ally when you are busy.
Erro comum:
Learners may think **ally** must always refer to a person or country. In modern English it is also common and natural to call helpful things like sleep, time, or technology an **ally**. The structure is often **"X is your best/greatest ally."**
Significado
helpful thing that supports you
Colocações
your best ally
|powerful ally
|unexpected ally
|important ally
Sinónimos
asset (Stresses that something is valuable or useful; **ally** keeps the idea of active help or support, almost like a partner.)
Antónimos
obstacle (An obstacle makes it harder to reach your goal, the opposite of a helpful ally.)
Temas
daily life
|success
|health
|core_vocabulary
Definição
A thing that helps you and makes it easier for you to reach your goal.
Something, such as a quality, tool, or condition, that gives you useful help or support in reaching a goal.
Gramática
Forma de dicionário
ally
IPA
GB/ˈælaɪ/
US/ˈælaɪ/
Sílabas e acento
ally (1 sílaba)
Stress on 1st syllable (ally)
Formas da palavra
Noun
- Base: ally
- Plural: allies
Verb
- Base: ally
- 3rd Person Singular: allies
- Present Participle: allying
- Past: allied
Família de palavras
Forms
allies
noun
allying
verb
allied
verb
Core family
alliance
noun B1
Advanced or less common
allyship
noun
Expressões
ally of convenience
1/ˈælaɪ əv kənvˈinjəns/
fixed phrase
formal
temporary and mainly useful ally
A person, group, or country that you work with only because it is useful now, not because you are true long-term friends.
Exemplos
- Many saw the militia as an ally of convenience rather than a trusted partner.
- The two companies are allies of convenience in this lawsuit.
- History shows that allies of convenience can quickly become rivals.
ally oneself with
1/ˈælaɪ wˌʌnsˈɛlf wˈɪθ/
fixed phrase
formal
join yourself with another side
To decide to support another person or group and work together with them.
Exemplos
- Several smaller parties chose to ally themselves with the ruling coalition.
- Fearing isolation, the company allied itself with a larger competitor.
- He refused to ally himself with either side in the dispute.
be an ally
1/bˈi ən ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
act as a supportive ally
To behave in a way that helps and supports a group you are not a member of, especially a minority or marginalized group.
Exemplos
- If you want to be an ally, start by listening.
- The workshop teaches managers how to be allies to LGBTQ+ staff.
- Being an ally means taking action, not just using the right words.
close ally
1/klˈoʊs ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
very strong and trusted ally
A person, group, or country that supports you very strongly and has a very good, trusting relationship with you.
Exemplos
- Germany is a close ally of France within the European Union.
- She has been a close ally of the mayor for many years.
- The organization needs close allies inside the government to make real change.
key ally
1/kˈi ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
especially important ally
An ally that is very important to your plan or success.
Exemplos
- Japan is a key ally of the United States in the region.
- Young voters became a key ally in passing the new law.
- The unions will be a key ally in any attempt at reform.
natural ally
1/nˈæt͡ʃɚəl ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
likely supporter due to shared interests
Someone or something that would normally support you because you want similar things or share the same problems.
Exemplos
- Environmental groups see farmers as natural allies on this issue.
- Small businesses are natural allies of local government on downtown renewal.
- Students can be natural allies of teachers when it comes to improving schools.
political ally
1/pəlˈɪtɪkəl ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
supporter in politics
A person or group in politics that supports your ideas or your party and works together with you.
Exemplos
- She met with key political allies to discuss the vote.
- The governor has lost several important political allies over the issue.
- He is seen as a close political ally of the prime minister.
staunch ally
1/stˈɔnt͡ʃ ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
very firm and loyal ally
An ally who supports you very strongly and does not change their support easily.
Exemplos
- He remained a staunch ally of the president even during the scandal.
- The senator has long been a staunch ally of the healthcare industry.
- They are staunch allies of animal-rights groups.
strategic ally
1/stɹətˈid͡ʒɪk ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
formal
ally for long-term advantage
A country, company, or group that you choose as an ally because it gives you long-term advantages, for example in security, business, or power.
Exemplos
- Australia is considered a strategic ally in the Pacific region.
- The firm is looking for a strategic ally in the Asian market.
- Being a strategic ally of the U.S. brings both benefits and risks.
true ally
1/tɹˈu ˈælaɪ/
fixed phrase
genuinely supportive ally
A person who really supports you or your group and shows it with actions, not just words.
Exemplos
- She proved to be a true ally during the crisis.
- A true ally is ready to give up some of their own comfort or power.
- Many people call themselves allies, but few are true allies when things get difficult.