um|rüsten
Translation
to convert, to refit, to retool, to upgrade
Examples
Die Fabrik wurde auf neue Maschinen umgerüstet.
The factory was converted to new machines.
Wir rüsten unser Haus auf Solarenergie um.
We are converting our house to solar energy.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) umrüsten to convert/refit (sth.) The company is refitting the production line.
((sth.)) ((auf+4)) umrüsten to convert (sth.) to (sth.) We are converting the car to run on gas.
Similar Words
umbauen (to rebuild), modernisieren (to modernize)
Etymology
From the prefix 'um-' (change, around) + the verb 'rüsten' (to equip, to arm). Literally 'to re-equip'.
Memory Tips
Imagine changing the 'Rüstung' (armor) of a knight for a new battle. That's 'umrüsten'.