C1noun 10K+

Transformation

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˌtrænsfəˈmeɪʃn/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃn/"]/

Meaning of Transformation

a complete change in somebody/something

In simple words: A big change in something.

Transformation in a sentence

• The way in which we work has **undergone a** complete **transformation** in the past decade.
• What a transformation! You look great.
• the country’s transformation from dictatorship to democracy
• Going to college brought about a dramatic transformation in her outlook.
• Were you surprised at his transformation from revolutionary hero to tyrant?
• Japan's transformation into an economic superpower
• The transformation from disused docks into city-centre cultural venue took three years.
• This decision marked a fundamental transformation in policy.
• a lack of transformation in the private sector

How to use Transformation

Use 'transformation' in contexts like personal growth or changes in processes. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words would suffice.

Grammar pattern

transformation + of object

Memory hint

Think of 'transform' as in a caterpillar transforming into a butterfly.

Related words

Collocations with Transformation

• amazing
• complete
• dramatic
• series
• go through
• undergo
• make
• begin
• happen
• occur
• process
• transformation from
• transformation in
• transformation into
• a/​the process of transformation

Synonyms for Transformation

• change
• conversion
• metamorphosis
• alteration
• transition

Opposites of Transformation

• stagnation
• maintaining
• preservation

Common mistakes with Transformation

• Confused with 'transference' - different meanings.
• Using it in informal contexts where simpler words are better.
• Mispronouncing it: common error is 'trans-form-ation' instead of 'trans-form-a-tion'.

Frequently asked questions about Transformation

What does Transformation mean?

A big change in something.

What is the definition of Transformation?

a complete change in somebody/something

How do you use Transformation in a sentence?

The way in which we work has **undergone a** complete **transformation** in the past decade.

Can you give another example of Transformation?

What a transformation! You look great.

What are synonyms for Transformation?

Common alternatives include change, conversion, metamorphosis, alteration, transition.

What is the opposite of Transformation?

Opposite meanings include stagnation, maintaining, preservation.

What words go with Transformation?

It commonly pairs with amazing, complete, dramatic, series, go through, undergo, make, begin, happen, occur, process, transformation from, transformation in, transformation into, a/​the process of transformation.

What are common mistakes when using Transformation?

Confused with 'transference' - different meanings. Using it in informal contexts where simpler words are better. Mispronouncing it: common error is 'trans-form-ation' instead of 'trans-form-a-tion'.

How do you pronounce Transformation?

US: /["/ˌtrænsfərˈmeɪʃn/"]/, UK: /["/ˌtrænsfəˈmeɪʃn/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Transformation?

Use 'transformation' in contexts like personal growth or changes in processes. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler words would suffice.

What CEFR level is Transformation?

"Transformation" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.