General meaning of "combine":
* combiner: This is the most common translation, meaning "to combine" in the general sense. Example: "Combiner le lait et les œufs." (Combine the milk and eggs.)
Specific meanings:
* s'unir: This means "to unite" or "to join together." Example: "Les deux pays s'unissent pour lutter contre le terrorisme." (The two countries are uniting to fight terrorism.)
* fusionner: This means "to merge" or "to fuse together." Example: "Les deux entreprises ont fusionné pour former un groupe plus important." (The two companies merged to form a larger group.)
* mélanger: This means "to mix" or "to blend." Example: "Mélanger les ingrédients dans un bol." (Mix the ingredients in a bowl.)
* associer: This means "to associate" or "to link together." Example: "Associer le vin rouge avec la viande." (Pair red wine with meat.)
The specific translation you choose will depend on the context and the nuance you want to convey.