convertible
Translation
convertible, adaptable, transformable
Examples
These seats are convertible into a bed.
These seats are convertible into a bed.
He drives a red convertible car.
He drives a red convertible car.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) is convertible ((into sth.)) to be able to be changed into (sth.) These seats are convertible into a bed.
a convertible car (as a noun) a car with a roof that can be folded down He drives a red convertible car.
Similar Words
Synonyms: adaptable, transformable; Antonyms: inconvertible
Etymology
From Latin `con-` (together) + `vertere` (to turn) + `-ible` (able). Literally 'able to be turned together' or changed.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'convertible' car, which can be 'converted' from having a roof to being open-top.