Reformar (en. Reform)

/re-for-mar/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To modify something to correct or improve it.
It is necessary to reform the law to adapt it to current times.
Es necesario reformar la ley para adaptarla a los nuevos tiempos.
To renovate or restore something that is in poor condition.
The city decided to reform the old buildings.
La ciudad decidió reformar los edificios antiguos.
To change the organization or structure of an institution.
The government seeks to reform the educational system.
El gobierno busca reformar el sistema educativo.

Etymology

From the Latin 'reformare', which means 'to re-form'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

reform the constitution
To modify the constitution of a country to adapt it to new realities.
reformar la constitución
reform education
To change and improve educational systems.
reformar la educación
reform the home
To improve or modify the structure of a home.
reformar el hogar

Related Words

reform
Change or modification of a law or system.
reforma
reformist
A person who advocates for reforms.
reformista
reformatory
An institution that seeks to reform young offenders.
reformatorio

Slang Meanings

To make drastic changes to something.
We are going to completely reform this project.
Vamos a reformar este proyecto completamente.
To update something to make it more functional.
We need to reform the company's software.
Necesitamos reformar el software de la empresa.