団結

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 団結, read だんけつ, means people joining their resolve and strength for a common purpose.
• Basic usage: In 選手たちは強い相手に勝つため団結した。, the players unite with the goal of defeating a strong opponent.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• Uniting and solidarity
  • 団結した describes the act of uniting, while 住民の団結 refers to solidarity among the residents. The noun phrase focuses on the bond that supports their shared work.