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Conjugation Chart of “Convertir” (to convert) in the Present Tense
Pronoun | Conjugation |
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Yo | convierto |
Tú | conviertes |
Él / Ella / Usted | convierte |
Nosotros / Nosotras | convertimos |
Vosotros / Vosotras | convertís |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes | convierten |
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Understanding the Present Tense of “Convertir”
The Present Tense of Convertir is used to describe actions that are happening right now or that occur habitually. For example, Cada año, la empresa convierte sus ganancias en inversiones. (Every year, the company converts its profits into investments.)
Convertir is a stem-changing verb, meaning the vowel in the stem changes in certain conjugations. In the present tense, the e changes to ie in all forms except nosotros and vosotros.
How to Use Convertir in the Present Tense
Convertir generally means to convert, transform or change something into something else, but has several different meanings in the Present Tense, some of which might surprise you.
To convert or transform: For example, Yo convierto el archivo a PDF (I convert the file to PDF).
To change beliefs or religion: For example, Ella se convierte al budismo (She converts to Buddhism).
To become or turn into: For example, El agua se convierte en hielo (The water turns into ice).
To adapt or modify: For example, Convertimos la oficina en un estudio (We convert the office into a studio).
Colloquial: To convince or persuade: For example, Te convenzo de que es una buena idea (I convince you that it’s a good idea).
Slang: To mock or make fun of: For example, No me conviertas en el hazmerreír (Don’t make me the laughingstock).
Real Life Examples of Convertir in the Present Tense
Cada mañana convierto mi oficina en un espacio de meditación. (Every morning I convert my office into a meditation space.)
¿Conviertes tus sueños en realidad con disciplina y perseverancia? (Do you convert your dreams into reality with discipline and perseverance?)
El chef convierte ingredientes simples en platillos exquisitos. (The chef converts simple ingredients into exquisite dishes.)
Convertimos las críticas en oportunidades de crecimiento. (We convert criticism into opportunities for growth.)
¿Convertís sus ideas innovadoras en productos exitosos? (Do you convert your innovative ideas into successful products?)
Los activistas convierten su pasión en cambio social positivo. (Activists convert their passion into positive social change.)
En la clase de yoga, convertimos el estrés en calma interior. (In the yoga class, we convert stress into inner calm.)
¿Conviertes tus fracasos en lecciones valiosas? (Do you convert your failures into valuable lessons?)
El equipo de desarrollo convierte los requisitos en software funcional. (The development team converts the requirements into functional software.)
Convertimos las adversidades en oportunidades de crecimiento personal. (We convert adversities into opportunities for personal growth.)
¿Convertís sus pasatiempos en negocios rentables? (Do you convert your hobbies into profitable businesses?)
Los artistas convierten su creatividad en obras de arte inspiradoras. (Artists convert their creativity into inspiring works of art.)
En la clase de cocina, convertimos ingredientes frescos en deliciosos platillos. (In the cooking class, we convert fresh ingredients into delicious dishes.)
¿Conviertes tus metas en acciones concretas? (Do you convert your goals into concrete actions?)
Los emprendedores convierten sus ideas en negocios exitosos. (Entrepreneurs convert their ideas into successful businesses.)
Conjugation Chart with English Translations
Conjugations of Convertir (to convert) in the Present Tense (Castilian Spanish) with English Translations:
Spanish | English |
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Yo convierto | I convert |
Tú conviertes | You convert |
Él / Ella / Usted convierte | He / She / You (formal) converts |
Nosotros / Nosotras convertimos | We convert |
Vosotros / Vosotras convertís | You all convert |
Ellos / Ellas / Ustedes convierten | They / You all (formal) convert |
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Synonyms
The Present tense is also known as the Simple Present, Present Simple, Present Tense, or Present Indicative in English, and as Presente de Indicativo, Presente Simple, Tiempo Presente, or Indicativo Presente in Spanish.