conversion
Translation
conversion, transformation, change
Examples
The conversion of the factory into apartments took years.
The conversion of the factory into flats took years.
The website's conversion rate is very high.
The website's conversion rate is very high.
His conversion to a new religion surprised his family.
His conversion to a new religion surprised his family.
Grammar Patterns
((of sth.)) ((into sth.)) the change of (sth.) into (sth.) The conversion of the factory into apartments took years.
Similar Words
Synonyms: transformation, change, alteration
Etymology
From Latin 'convertere' (to turn around), from 'con-' (together) + 'vertere' (to turn).
Memory Tips
Think of 'con-' (with) and 'vers' (turn). It's the act of turning something into something else.