convert
Translation
to convert, to change, to transform
Examples
We need to convert the file to a different format.
We need to convert the file to a different format.
They converted the garage into a home office.
They converted the garage into a home office.
He converted to a new faith last year.
He converted to a new faith last year.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) ((into sth.)) to change (sth.) into (sth.) They converted the garage into a home office.
((to sth.)) to change one's religion or beliefs to (sth.) He converted to a new faith last year.
Similar Words
Synonyms: change, transform, alter
Etymology
From Latin 'convertere' (to turn around), from 'con-' (together) + 'vertere' (to turn).
Memory Tips
To 'turn' (-vert) something 'with' (-con) a new purpose. It's the action of changing something's form or belief.