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    Convirtiéndose (en. Becoming)

    /koɱβiɾˈti̯en̬do.se/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    Change in form or condition.
    The caterpillar is becoming a butterfly.
    La oruga se está convirtiéndose en mariposa.
    Adopt a new identity or form.
    He is becoming a better person.
    Se está convirtiéndose en una mejor persona.
    Transform through a process.
    The city is rapidly becoming a technological hub.
    La ciudad se está convirtiéndose rápidamente en un centro tecnológico.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'convert' in reflexive gerund.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    is becoming
    indicates that someone or something is in the process of transformation.
    está convirtiéndose en
    becoming little by little
    indicates that the transformation is gradual.
    convirtiéndose poco a poco
    becoming a phenomenon
    refers to something that transforms into a notable event.
    convirtiéndose en un fenómeno

    Related Words

    convert
    Change something into something else.
    convertir
    transform
    Alter the form or appearance of something.
    transformar
    modify
    Make changes to something existing.
    modificar

    Slang Meanings

    It is used in a context of drastic or surprising change.
    That place is becoming an amazing nightclub.
    Ese lugar se está convirtiéndose en un club nocturno alucinante.
    It can imply a significant personal evolution.
    After his trip, he is becoming a more open person.
    Después de su viaje, se está convirtiéndose en una persona más abierta.