French word

transformation

Pronunciation

IPA/tʁɑ̃sfɔʁmasjɔ̃/

Meaning

  • feminine nounchange

Example

La transformation de la ville est visible.

The change in the city is visible.

Illustration for transformation (change)

More examples

Il a subi une transformation physique après l'accident.

He underwent a physical transformation after the accident.

Core concept

A city, object, or system emerging in a distinctly different state after a major change.

Common phrases

  • une transformation physique

    a physical transformation

  • une transformation progressive

    a gradual transformation

  • subir une transformation

    undergo a transformation

Similar words

changement: A change from one state or situation to another.
modification: A partial change to the form or qualities of something.
évolution: A gradual change that develops over time.
métamorphose: A dramatic change in appearance or essence into something different.

Definition in French

Changement important d'un état, d'une forme ou d'un système qui produit un résultat distinct de l'original.

Word origin

French transformation comes through Latin from transformare, whose parts trans- and formare express movement beyond an initial form.

Usage tips

  • Transformation usually suggests a substantial or striking change, whereas modification more often suggests a limited adjustment.

Other meanings

  • transformationnoun
  • remodelingnoun
  • conversionnoun

Opposites

Related words

  • transformertransformverb
  • transformétransformedadjective
  • transformabletransformableadjective

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