The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Convertir is used to give direct orders or instructions to convert something, for example: Convierte el archivo a PDF. (Convert the file to PDF.)

This verb follows the e to ie stem-changing pattern in certain conjugations. The stem vowel e changes to ie in all forms except nosotros and vosotros.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Convertir (to convert) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish):

Convertir generally means to convert, transform or change something, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To convert or transform: This is the most common meaning, referring to changing something into a different form or state. For example, Convierte estos archivos al formato PDF (Convert these files to PDF format).

To persuade or convince: It can also mean to persuade or convince someone to change their beliefs or way of thinking. For example, Convénceme con tus argumentos (Convince me with your arguments).

To adapt or adjust: In some contexts, it can mean to adapt or adjust something to suit a particular purpose or situation. For example, Convierte tu estrategia de marketing para el nuevo mercado (Adapt your marketing strategy for the new market).

To turn into (figuratively): Convertir can also be used figuratively to describe someone or something becoming or turning into something else, often in a negative sense. For example, No te conviertas en un cínico (Don’t turn into a cynic).

To switch or change (colloquial): In informal contexts, it can mean to switch or change something, often abruptly or unexpectedly. For example, Conviértete a la nueva aplicación (Switch to the new app).

Examples

Examples of Convertir in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Convierte esos archivos al formato PDF! (Convert those files to PDF format!)

Por favor, convierta esta receta a porciones más pequeñas. (Please convert this recipe to smaller portions.)

Amigos, convirtamos este espacio en un lugar acogedor. (Friends, let’s convert this space into a cozy place.)

Oye, convertid esas ideas en un plan de acción. (Hey, convert those ideas into an action plan.)

Equipo, conviertan estos desafíos en oportunidades. (Team, convert these challenges into opportunities.)

Antes de salir, convierte el archivo a un formato compatible. (Before leaving, convert the file to a compatible format.)

Para ahorrar energía, convierta su calefacción a un sistema más eficiente. (To save energy, convert your heating system to a more efficient one.)

En esta clase de cocina, convirtamos ingredientes simples en platillos deliciosos. (In this cooking class, let’s convert simple ingredients into delicious dishes.)

¿Podrías convertir este documento a un formato editable? (Could you convert this document to an editable format?)

Para ahorrar espacio, conviertan esos archivos a un formato comprimido. (To save space, convert those files to a compressed format.)

Antes de viajar, convierte tu dinero a la moneda local. (Before traveling, convert your money to the local currency.)

En esta reunión, convirtamos nuestras ideas en un plan estratégico. (In this meeting, let’s convert our ideas into a strategic plan.)

Para mejorar tu salud, convierta tu rutina sedentaria en una vida activa. (To improve your health, convert your sedentary routine into an active lifestyle.)

Chicos, convertid este patio en un jardín hermoso. (Guys, convert this yard into a beautiful garden.)

Antes de presentar, conviertan estas estadísticas en gráficos visuales. (Before presenting, convert these statistics into visual graphs.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Convertir (to convert) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:

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Synonyms

The Imperative mood is also known as the Command Form, Affirmative Command Mood, or Direct Command Form in English, and as Modo Imperativo, Imperativo Afirmativo, Mandatos Afirmativos, or Forma de Mandato in Spanish.