Convert Meaning(定義、用法、例句與發音)

convert

verb

快速理解

What does "Convert" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Convert"?

「convert」主要指改變形式、用途、信仰或狀態,使其成為另一種樣子。

  1. 1

    改變形式或用途

    EN: to change something into a different form or use

    翻譯: 將某物轉變成不同的形式或用途。

  2. 2

    改變信仰或觀點

    EN: to change someone's religious or political beliefs

    翻譯: 改變某人的宗教信仰或政治觀點。

  3. 3

    在運動中得分

    EN: to score extra points in sports after a try or touchdown

    翻譯: 在橄欖球等運動中,於達陣後成功射門獲得額外分數。

  4. 4

    改變狀態或系統

    EN: to change from one state, system, or type to another

    翻譯: 從一種狀態、系統或類型轉變為另一種。

小提醒:注意「convert」與「change」的細微差別:「convert」通常涉及更根本、有目的的轉變,且常與特定結果(如新形式、信仰)連用,而「change」泛指任何改變。

發音(How to Pronounce "Convert" in English

How to pronounce "Convert" in English?"Convert" US vs UK pronunciation

點擊下方的 US / UK 按鈕可播放發音。

Real-life Examples of "Convert" from YouTube Videos

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Definitions(定義)

What are the definitions of "Convert"?How does "Convert" change by context?

1. to change something into a different form or use

將某物轉變為不同的形式或用途

They converted the old warehouse into modern apartments.

他們將舊倉庫改建成現代化的公寓。

The software can convert PDF files to Word documents.

這個軟體可以將PDF檔案轉換成Word文件。

2. to persuade someone to change their beliefs, religion, or opinion

說服某人改變其信仰、宗教或觀點

He tried to convert his friends to his political views.

他試圖說服他的朋友接受他的政治觀點。

She converted to Buddhism after years of study.

經過多年的研究後,她改信了佛教。

3. to change money into the currency of another country

將錢兌換成另一國的貨幣

We need to convert our dollars to euros before the trip.

我們需要在旅行前把美元兌換成歐元。

You can convert currency at the airport bank.

你可以在機場的銀行兌換貨幣。

4. to score extra points after a try in rugby or a touchdown in American football

在橄欖球中達陣後,或在美式足球中達陣後,獲得額外加分

The team successfully converted the try, adding two more points.

該隊成功完成了附加射門,又加了兩分。

Grammar & Patterns(句型)

What are common sentence patterns for "Convert"?How to make natural sentences with "Convert"?
PatternMeaningExample
convert + noun轉換(某物)The company will convert the old factory into apartments. (這家公司將把舊工廠改建成公寓。)
convert + from + noun從(某物)轉換We converted from oil heating to natural gas. (我們從燃油供暖轉換為天然氣供暖。)
convert + to/into + noun轉換成(某物)They plan to convert the data into a chart. (他們計劃將數據轉換成圖表。)
convert + somebody + to + noun使某人改信(宗教等)The missionary tried to convert the villagers to Christianity. (那位傳教士試圖使村民改信基督教。)
be/get converted + to/into + noun被轉換成(某物)The old church was converted into a community center. (那座舊教堂被改建成了社區中心。)
convert + noun + from + A + to + B將某物從A轉換為BHe converted the measurements from metric to imperial. (他將度量單位從公制轉換為英制。)

用法說明

How is "Convert" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Convert"?

convert + noun vs. convert to + verb

  • convert + noun 表示將某物「轉變為」或「轉換成」另一種形式、狀態或用途,後面直接接轉換後的結果(名詞)。
  • convert to + verb 強調轉變的「目的」或「動作」,表示轉換是為了做某事,後面接動詞原形。
  • convert into + nounconvert + noun 意思相近,但 into 更明確指出「轉變進入」另一種形態的過程。
  • 被動語態 be converted to + verb 也很常見,表示主體被轉變以執行某功能。 EN: They plan to convert the old warehouse into luxury apartments. 翻譯: 他們計劃將舊倉庫改建成豪華公寓。

EN:The software update will convert the files to open faster.

翻譯:這次軟體更新會轉換檔案,讓它們開啟得更快。

總結建議

一般情況下,表示轉變「結果」用 convert + noun,強調轉變「目的」則用 convert to + verb

易混淆對比

What is the difference between "Convert" and similar words?How to choose "Convert" vs alternatives?

convert vs change

「convert」強調形式、功能或信仰的轉變,常涉及特定過程或系統;「change」則泛指任何改變,範圍更廣。

convert vs transform

「convert」側重於改變用途、功能或信仰;「transform」強調外觀、性質或狀態的徹底、深刻的改變。

convert vs alter

「convert」指改變事物本質、形式或用途;「alter」通常指對現有事物進行修改、調整,變化程度較小。

口語用法

How is "Convert" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Convert"?

引述

在口語中,常用來引述或轉述他人的話語或想法,表示「轉換說法」或「換句話說」。 EN: So what you're saying is, you want to convert your hobby into a career? 翻譯: 所以你的意思是,你想把興趣轉換成職業?

EN:To convert that into plain English, they just want more time.

翻譯:用白話文來說,他們只是想要更多時間。

語氣強調

在對話中,有時會用來強調改變的過程或結果,帶有「徹底轉變」的意味。 EN: I can't believe she managed to convert him into a cat person. 翻譯: 真不敢相信她居然能把他變成一個愛貓人士。

EN:This experience totally converted me—I'm a believer now.

翻譯:這次經歷完全改變了我——我現在信了。

停頓填充

在思考或組織語言時,可能用作填充詞,引導出接下來的解釋或結論。 EN: How do I put this... let me convert that thought into an example. 翻譯: 這該怎麼說呢...讓我把那個想法轉成一個例子。

EN:The plan is, to convert... okay, imagine starting from scratch.

翻譯:計畫是,要轉換...好吧,想像從頭開始。

正式寫作注意:在正式或學術寫作中,應避免將 "convert" 用於上述口語的填充或隨意引述用法。建議使用更精確的詞彙,如 "transform", "rephrase", 或 "paraphrase",並保持句子結構完整。

常見短語

What common collocations use "Convert"?What fixed phrases with "Convert" should I remember?

convert into

convert [sth] into [sth]

將某物轉變為另一物

convert to

convert to [sth]

轉變為(某種狀態、信仰或系統)

convert from

convert from [sth]

從(某種狀態或形式)轉換而來

convert back

convert back to [sth]

轉換回(原來的狀態或形式)

convert for

convert [sth] for [purpose]

為(某目的)而轉換某物

successfully convert

successfully convert [sth]

成功轉換

convert at

convert at [rate]

以(某匯率)兌換

常見錯誤

What are common mistakes with "Convert"?Which "Convert" sentences look correct but are wrong?

×I want to convert my money to another currency.

I want to convert my money into another currency.

「convert」通常與介系詞「into」或「to」搭配,表示轉換成某種形式或狀態。但在表示貨幣、單位等具體轉換時,更常用「convert into」或「convert to」。此處「to another currency」語意上應使用「into」或「to」,但「convert to」更強調轉換後的結果狀態。

×She converted a vegetarian last year.

She converted to vegetarianism last year. / She became a vegetarian last year.

「convert」作動詞表示改變信仰、習慣或立場時,為不及物動詞,需搭配「to」或「into」。不能直接接名詞作受詞。應使用「convert to + 信仰/主義」或改用「become」。

×Can you convert this amount in US dollars?

Can you convert this amount to US dollars?

表示「換算成某種貨幣」時,應使用「convert to + 貨幣」,而非「in」。介系詞「in」用於表示以某種貨幣計價或支付,但「convert」強調轉換過程,需用「to」。

×They are planning to convert the old school as a community center.

They are planning to convert the old school into a community center.

表示將某物改造成另一種用途或形式時,應使用「convert something into something」。使用「as」會誤解為「當作」,而非實際的物理或功能轉換。

×I need to convert my computer files from PDF to Word.

I need to convert my computer files from PDF to Word format.

雖然在口語中可能省略,但在正式或書面語中,提及檔案格式轉換時,應明確指出「format」或「file」,以避免語意不清。PDF 和 Word 本身是軟體或標準,加上「format」更準確。

×The priest tried to convert him Christianity.

The priest tried to convert him to Christianity.

「convert」在表示使人改變宗教信仰時,為及物動詞,結構為「convert someone to + 宗教」。不可省略介系詞「to」。

詞形變化

What are the word forms of "Convert"?What are tense/participle forms of "Convert"?
converts(3rd_singular)converting(present_participle)converted(past)converted(past_participle)
convert 在英語中是什麼意思?