turn into
/tɜːrn ˈɪntuː/
Meaning
To become something different, or to transform one thing into another. It can describe a physical transformation, a change in character, or a situation evolving into something else.
Examples
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The small software company turned into a multi-million dollar business.
The small software company turned into a multi-million dollar business.
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Our quiet afternoon at the park turned into a chaotic rescue mission for a lost puppy.
Our quiet afternoon at the park turned into a chaotic rescue mission for a lost puppy.
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Be careful what you say, or this simple misunderstanding could turn into a huge argument.
Be careful what you say, or this simple misunderstanding could turn into a huge argument.
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With a bit of paint and new cushions, she turned the old wooden crate into a beautiful bench.
With a bit of paint and new cushions, she turned the old wooden crate into a beautiful bench.
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It's amazing how quickly a sunny day can turn into a thunderstorm around here.
It's amazing how quickly a sunny day can turn into a thunderstorm around here.
Common Mistakes
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✗ The caterpillar turned to a butterfly.
✓ The caterpillar turned into a butterfly.
'Turn to' means to direct your attention or seek help from someone. Use 'turn into' for physical transformations.
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✗ He turned into a doctor after years of study.
✓ He became a doctor after years of study.
We usually use 'become' for professions or career paths. 'Turn into' implies a sudden, dramatic, or magical transformation.
Related Expressions
Practice
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If you leave the milk out in the heat, it will ___ a smelly mess.
💡 become/transform
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turn into
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I don't want this minor disagreement to ___ a major fight.
💡 evolve or change into
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turn into