to convert
01
转换, 转变
to change the form, purpose, character, etc. of something
Transitive: to convert sth | to convert sth into sth
例子
She decided to convert the spare room into a home office for remote work.
她决定将备用房间改造成家庭办公室以便远程工作。
The software allows users to convert files for compatibility.
该软件允许用户为了兼容性而转换文件。
1.1
转换, 转变
to change into a different form or to change into something with a different use
Intransitive: to convert into sth
例子
The liquid converts into a gas when exposed to high temperatures.
液体在高温下转化为气体。
The seed converts into a sprout when provided with the right conditions for growth.
种子在提供适当的生长条件时会转化为芽。
02
皈依, 改变宗教信仰
to change one's religious beliefs to a different one
Intransitive: to convert to a religion or faith
例子
After years of soul-searching, Sarah decided to convert to Buddhism.
经过多年的心灵探索，莎拉决定皈依佛教。
Jack 's trip to India had a profound impact on him, leading him to convert to Hinduism.
杰克的印度之行对他产生了深远的影响，导致他皈依印度教。
2.1
使改变信仰, 劝诱改宗
to persuade someone to change their faith or beliefs
Transitive: to convert sb to a religion or faith
例子
The missionary devoted his life to converting indigenous tribes to Christianity.
这位传教士毕生致力于将土著部落皈依基督教。
The religious leader embarked on a mission to convert people of all faiths to Islam.
这位宗教领袖开始了一项使命，要将所有信仰的人皈依伊斯兰教。
03
转换, 兑换
to change one form of money, stocks, or assets into another
Transitive: to convert a form of money or assets into another
例子
She decided to convert her US dollars into euros before her trip to Europe.
她决定在去欧洲旅行前将美元兑换成欧元。
The investor converted a portion of their stocks into bonds to diversify their portfolio.
投资者将部分股票转换为债券以分散投资组合。
04
转化, 转换
to change the chemical or physical properties of a substance, often through industrial processes
Transitive: to convert a substance into a product
例子
The refinery converts crude oil into various petroleum products.
炼油厂将原油转化为各种石油产品。
The foundry converts raw metals into castings by melting them in a furnace and pouring the molten metal into molds.
铸造厂通过将金属在炉中熔化并将熔融金属倒入模具中，将金属原料转换为铸件。
05
转换, 转变
to knock down the remaining pins after the first ball of a frame
Transitive: to convert a pin
例子
After leaving three pins standing on the first ball, she successfully converted the spare by picking up the remaining pins with her second throw.
在第一次投球留下三个瓶后，她第二次投球成功转换了剩余瓶的补中。
He left a split after his first ball, but he managed to convert it by hitting one pin on the left side to bounce into the other.
他在第一次投球后留下了一个分裂，但他通过击中左侧的一个瓶来反弹到另一个瓶，从而成功地转换了它。
06
转换, 转化
to score additional points after a touchdown by kicking the ball or carrying the it into the end zone
Transitive: to convert additional points
例子
The offense executed a trick play, surprising the defense and successfully converting the two-point conversion.
进攻方执行了一次巧妙的战术，出乎防守方的意料，并成功转换了两分。
The kicker 's powerful leg allowed them to consistently convert extra points from long distances.
踢球者强有力的腿使他们能够从远距离一致地转换附加分。
07
转换, 皈依
to adopt a new set of principles, ideas, or methods
Intransitive: to convert to new principles or ideas
例子
After extensive research and reflection, she decided to convert to a plant-based diet.
经过广泛的研究和思考，她决定转向植物性饮食。
The company underwent a major transformation as it converted to a more sustainable business model.
该公司在转换为更可持续的商业模式时经历了重大转变。
7.1
转变, 说服
to persuade someone to adopt new ideas, principles, or methods
Transitive: to convert sb to new ideas or principles
例子
The passionate environmentalist worked tirelessly to convert her friends and family to sustainable practices.
这位热情的环境保护主义者不懈地工作，以转变她的朋友和家人采用可持续的做法。
The innovative entrepreneur aimed to convert traditional businesses to digital technology.
这位创新企业家旨在将传统企业转换为数字技术。
Convert
01
皈依者, 新信徒
someone who has changed their religion or opinion regarding a matter
例子
He was raised in a different faith but became a devout convert to Christianity in his adult years.
他在不同的信仰中长大，但在成年后成为了虔诚的皈依者基督教。
The community welcomed the new converts with open arms during the baptism ceremony.
社区在洗礼仪式上张开双臂欢迎新皈依者。
