Umwandeln Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Umwandeln" is used as verb with the meaning of "transform", "convert" or "change".

Essential properties of "umwandeln"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

Infinitive: umwandeln
Simple past: wandelte um
Participle: umgewandelt

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "umwandeln" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Transform or convert something"

Definition: "To transform or convert something from one form or state to another."
Translation(s): transform, convert, change
Synonym(s): verwandeln, verändern, konvertieren
Related word(s): Umwandlung, Transformation

📝 Some usage examples:

Wir müssen die Daten in ein anderes Format umwandeln.We need to convert the data into another format.
Der Chemiker kann Wasser in Wasserstoff und Sauerstoff umwandeln.The chemist can convert water into hydrogen and oxygen.
Das Unternehmen plant, die Fabrik in ein Bürogebäude umwandeln.The company plans to convert the factory into an office building.

2.) "To change or modify something for a new purpose or use"

Definition: "To change or modify something to adapt it to a new purpose or use."
Translation(s): transform, convert, change, modify
Synonym(s): anpassen, Umgestalten, umfunktionieren
Related word(s): Umgestaltung, Anpassung

📝 Some usage examples:

Sie wollen das alte Lagerhaus in ein modernes Wohngebäude umwandeln.They want to transform the old warehouse into a modern residential building.
Der Verein hat beschlossen, den Tennisplatz in einen Fußballplatz umzuwandeln.The club has decided to convert the tennis court into a football pitch.
Wir müssen unsere Strategie umwandeln, um wettbewerbsfähig zu bleiben.We need to change our strategy to remain competitive.

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