Convertirse (en. Become)
/kon.βeɾ.tiɾ.se/
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To change form, nature, or state.
Water turns into vapor when heated.
El agua se convierte en vapor al calentarla.
To transform into something different.
Juan became an excellent pianist after years of practice.
Juan se convirtió en un excelente pianista tras años de práctica.
To adopt a new religion or belief.
She converted to Christianity after studying its doctrines.
Ella se convirtió al cristianismo después de estudiar sus doctrines.
To transform or change significantly.
Technology has made our lives easier.
La tecnología ha convertido nuestras vidas en algo más fácil.
Etymology
From Latin 'convertere', which means 'to turn back' or 'to transform'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to become
To transform into something different or adopt a new identity.
convertirse en
to convert to
To change to a new belief or practice.
convertirse a
to become customary
To become habitual or normal.
convertirse en costumbre
Related Words
transformation
Significant change or modification in the form or nature of something.
transformación
adaptation
Adjustment or modification to new conditions.
adaptación
metamorph
A being that undergoes a complete transformation.
metamorfo
Slang Meanings
To drastically change one's lifestyle.
Since he started exercising, he has become another person.
Desde que empezó a hacer ejercicio, se ha convertido en otra persona.
To move from a state of poverty to one of wealth.
After his success in business, he became a millionaire.
Después de su éxito en el negocio, se convirtió en un millonario.