Spanish Conversation · Level 149
30 words
Spanish word
reinventar
Pronunciation
IPA/rejmbenˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbreinvent
Example
Hay que reinventar la idea.
We need to reinvent the idea.
More examples
Ella decidió reinventar su carrera profesional.
She decided to reinvent her professional career.
Core concept
A familiar project reshaped to give a different impression or use.
Common phrases
reinventar la rueda
reinvent the wheel
reinventar una idea
reinvent an idea
reinventar el negocio
reinvent the business
Similar words
cambiar: Alters something's state or form, turning it into a different condition.
modificar: Makes small, targeted changes to a part or feature to adjust its function.
reformular: Rephrases or reorganizes wording or structure to present the same idea differently.
replantear: Reconsiders a plan or approach from the start, revisiting its basic assumptions.
Definition in Spanish
Volver a diseñar o presentar algo existente de modo que funcione o parezca distinto.
Word origin
Built from re- 'again' plus inventar 'to invent', with the sense of redoing or reimagining something already existing.
Usage tips
- When applied to people or organizations, the reflexive reinventarse commonly appears, so the subject should be explicit to show who undergoes the change.