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transformar

to transform

verb trahns-fohr-MAHR Less Common
Mind & Emotions Mental States

Origin: From Latin transformare, 'to change in shape'.

Also means

to convert

Usage Note

Transformar can be used transitively (transformó la ciudad = 'it transformed the city') or reflexively (transformarse en = 'to turn into'). The reflexive construction with en is essential when describing a complete change of identity or form. Its noun transformación and adjective transformador follow the same root pattern.

Examples

"El calor transforma el hielo en agua."

Natural Translation

Heat transforms ice into water.

Literal Translation

The heat transforms the ice into water

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