become

//bɪˈkʌm//

Verbs
A2

Translation

become

Definition

To begin to be or develop into something; to undergo a change or transformation. It is used as a linking verb to describe a change in state, condition, or nature.

Example

  • She wants to become a doctor.

    O bir doktor olmak istiyor.

  • The sky became dark as the storm approached.

    Fırtına yaklaştıkça gökyüzü karardı.

  • He has become more confident since he started his new job.

    Yeni işine başladığından beri daha özgüvenli oldu.

Synonyms

turn into
grow into
develop into
transform into

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