transform
word
Definition
To completely change something or someone, usually so that it is improved or very different from before.
Usage & Nuances
'Transform' is often used for positive or dramatic changes. Common with objects, people, technology, or situations: 'transform a room', 'transform society'. Used in formal, business, and everyday language. Not as casual as 'change'—used for bigger, noticeable changes.
Spanish: transformarPortuguese (BR): transformarPortuguese (PT): transformarChinese (Simplified): 转变 - 改变Chinese (Traditional): 轉變 - 改變Hindi: रूपांतरित करनाArabic: تحويل - تحويل (تحول)Bengali: রূপান্তর করাRussian: преобразоватьJapanese: 変える - 変身させるVietnamese: biến đổiKorean: 변형하다 - 바꾸다Turkish: dönüştürmekUrdu: تبدیل کرناIndonesian: mengubah - mentransformasi
Example Sentences
They want to transform the old library into a modern study space.
basic
The caterpillar will transform into a butterfly.
basic
Education can transform lives.
basic
With just a fresh coat of paint, you can transform the whole room.
natural
Smartphones have transformed the way we communicate.
natural
Her attitude really transformed after she traveled abroad.
natural