The Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) of Convertirse is used to give direct orders or instructions for someone to become or transform into something else, for example: Conviértete en un mejor estudiante. (Become a better student.)

This is an e to ie stem-changing verb, meaning the e in the stem changes to ie in certain conjugations.

Conjugations

Conjugations of Convertirse (to become) in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands) tense (Castilian Spanish):

Convertirse generally means to become or to turn into something else, but has several different meanings in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands), some of which might surprise you.

To become/transform into: This is the most common meaning, referring to changing into a different state or form. For example, ¡Conviértete en un mejor ser humano! (Become a better human being!)

To join/switch to: It can also mean to join or switch to a different group, belief, or way of life. For example, ¡Conviértete al budismo! (Convert to Buddhism!)

To adapt/adjust: In some contexts, it can mean to adapt or adjust to a new situation or circumstance. For example, ¡Conviértete a las nuevas reglas! (Adapt to the new rules!)

Colloquial/Slang: In informal speech, it can be used to express frustration or annoyance, often with a rude or vulgar connotation. For example, ¡Conviértete en alguien decente! (Become a decent person!) This usage is generally considered impolite or offensive.

Examples

Examples of Convertirse in the Imperative Mood (Affirmative Commands)

¡Conviértete en un líder! (Become a leader!)

Para mejorar tu vida, conviértete en la mejor versión de ti mismo. (To improve your life, become the best version of yourself.)

Señor, por favor conviértase en miembro de nuestro club. (Sir, please become a member of our club.)

Amigos, convirtámonos en voluntarios para ayudar a los necesitados. (Friends, let’s become volunteers to help those in need.)

Chicos, convertíos en expertos en tecnología para tener éxito. (Guys, become technology experts to be successful.)

Damas y caballeros, conviértanse en agentes de cambio positivo. (Ladies and gentlemen, become agents of positive change.)

Si quieres triunfar, conviértete en un aprendiz constante. (If you want to succeed, become a constant learner.)

Para ser feliz, conviértete en dueño de tu destino. (To be happy, become the owner of your destiny.)

Joven, conviértase en un ciudadano responsable y respetuoso. (Young person, become a responsible and respectful citizen.)

Compañeros, convirtámonos en líderes innovadores en nuestro campo. (Colleagues, let’s become innovative leaders in our field.)

Equipo, convertíos en ejemplos de excelencia para los demás. (Team, become examples of excellence for others.)

Amigos, conviértanse en mentores para guiar a la juventud. (Friends, become mentors to guide the youth.)

Para tener éxito, conviértete en un experto en tu área. (To be successful, become an expert in your area.)

Si quieres prosperar, conviértete en un emprendedor audaz. (If you want to prosper, become a bold entrepreneur.)

Compañeros, convirtámonos en agentes de cambio sostenible. (Colleagues, let’s become agents of sustainable change.)

Conjugations with English Translations

Conjugations of Convertirse (to become) 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.