Master confusing words with ease
Convert into vs. Convert to
Convert into
/kənˈvɜːrt/Examples:
He plans to convert the attic into a cozy reading nook.The old factory was converted into a modern art gallery.They are converting the garage into a small home office.
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Convert to
/kənˈvɜːrt/Examples:
You can convert to metric units in the app settings.After the debate, she decided to convert to a different faith.He plans to convert to solar energy to power his house.
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Ways to tell them apart:
- "Convert into" implies a change in the nature or state of something, often with a more complete transformation than "convert to."
- Use "convert to" when the focus is on reaching a particular state or format without a complete transformation.
- Sometimes, the choice between into and to can subtly change the meaning of the sentence, focusing on the end state versus the transformation process.
- "Convert into" can imply a process with more complexity and extent of change.
- "Convert to" often relates to a straightforward change or end state, especially for units or formats.
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