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 (Latin American 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, Conviértelo a tu causa (Convert him to your cause).

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 ventas (Adapt your sales strategy).

To divert or redirect: In a more figurative sense, it can mean to divert or redirect someone’s attention or focus. For example, Conviértelo a otro tema (Divert him to another topic).

To appropriate or take over (colloquial): In some Latin American slang, it can mean to appropriate or take over something that doesn’t belong to you. For example, Convierte ese cuarto para ti (Take over that room for yourself).

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 esta reunión en una fiesta. (Friends, let’s turn this meeting into a party.)

Señor, convierta su vida con este nuevo programa de ejercicios. (Sir, transform your life with this new exercise program.)

¡Conviertan sus sueños en realidad con nuestro curso de emprendimiento! (Turn your dreams into reality with our entrepreneurship course!)

Oye, convierte esa cara larga en una sonrisa. (Hey, turn that long face into a smile.)

Mamá, convierta estas verduras en una deliciosa ensalada. (Mom, turn these veggies into a delicious salad.)

Equipo, convirtamos este desafío en una oportunidad. (Team, let’s turn this challenge into an opportunity.)

Jefe, convierta esta oficina en un espacio más acogedor. (Boss, make this office a more welcoming space.)

Chicos, conviertan sus ideas en acciones concretas. (Guys, turn your ideas into concrete actions.)

Oye, convierte esa actitud negativa en algo positivo. (Hey, turn that negative attitude into something positive.)

Profesora, convierta esta lección en una experiencia divertida. (Teacher, make this lesson a fun experience.)

Amigo, convierte tus fracasos en lecciones valiosas. (Friend, turn your failures into valuable lessons.)

Compañeros, convirtamos este proyecto en un éxito rotundo. (Colleagues, let’s make this project a resounding success.)

Artista, convierta su pasión en una obra maestra. (Artist, turn your passion into a masterpiece.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Convertir (to convert) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Latin American 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.