convirtieron
“convirtieron” means “they turned into” in Spanish (changing one thing into another).
they turned into
Also: they converted, they transformed
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Ellos convirtieron el garaje en una oficina.
A2They turned the garage into an office.
Mis amigos se convirtieron en grandes músicos.
B1My friends became (turned into) great musicians.
Los científicos convirtieron el agua en vapor.
B2The scientists converted the water into steam.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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Quick Quiz: convirtieron
Question 1 of 2
How do you say 'They turned the car into a bed'?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin word 'convertere', which combines 'com' (with/together) and 'vertere' (to turn). It literally means 'to turn around' or 'to change'.
First recorded: 12th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'convirtieron' mean 'you all' too?
Yes! In Spain, it's just for 'them', but in Latin America, 'convirtieron' is used for both 'they' and 'you all' (ustedes).
Is 'convirtieron' past or present?
It is definitely past tense. It refers to an action that is finished and over with.