conversion

Everyday

1. A conversion is changing something from one form, unit or use to another. tree →
2. In maths, a conversion is changing a measurement into different units, like centimetres to metres. tree →
3. A conversion is a building changed for a new use, like a barn conversion or a loft conversion. tree →
4. (church) Conversion is when a person changes their religion or comes to believe; Christians speak of the conversion of Saint Paul. tree →
5. In rugby, a conversion is a kick at goal after a try, worth two points. tree →

In the lessons

In maths, conversion tables and conversion facts (1 km = 1000 m, 1 kg = 1000 g) are used in problems. In science, energy conversion changes, for example, electrical energy into light. Phrases: «currency conversion», «loft conversion».

Examples

• Use the conversion chart to change inches to centimetres. tree →
• The conversion of 3 metres to centimetres is 300. tree →
• We live in a barn conversion. tree →
• He scored a try and then kicked the conversion. tree →
• A light bulb's energy conversion makes heat as well as light. tree →
• The story of Saint Paul's conversion is in the Bible. tree →

Note

Verb: convert. In maths problems, «convert» means multiply or divide by the right number: metres to cm × 100; cm to metres ÷ 100. Always check which unit is bigger.