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English
Become
bəˈkəm
Extremely common
100 - 200
100 - 200
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000. This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
Become -
To begin to be
Example: She became a doctor after years of studying.
Usage: formalContext: professional and academic settings
Note: Often used to describe a transformation or change in someone's identity or profession.
To look attractive on someone
Example: That dress really becomes you.
Usage: formal/informalContext: compliments or fashion-related discussions
Note: This meaning is more commonly used in British English.
To be suitable or appropriate
Example: Patience becomes a teacher.
Usage: formalContext: expressing qualities that are fitting for a particular role
Note: Often used in literary or poetic contexts.
Become's synonyms
Evolve into
To develop or progress gradually into a more advanced or complex form.
Example: Over time, the small startup evolved into a multinational corporation.
Note: This synonym suggests a natural progression or advancement.
Become expressions, common phrases
Turn into
This phrase suggests a transformation or change from one state to another.
Example: The caterpillar turned into a butterfly.
Note: While 'become' implies a gradual change or development, 'turn into' often implies a sudden or noticeable transformation.
Grow into
To develop or mature into a particular role, state, or characteristic.
Example: She grew into a confident leader over time.
Note: Similar to 'become', but 'grow into' emphasizes the gradual and natural progression of development.
Come to be
To eventually reach a particular state or status.
Example: He came to be known as a pioneer in the field.
Note: This phrase is more formal or literary compared to 'become'. It implies a process of recognition or realization.
Transform into
To change completely in form or nature.
Example: The old building was transformed into a modern office space.
Note: While 'become' suggests general change, 'transform into' emphasizes a significant and often dramatic change.
Emerge as
To come forth or become visible as something important or significant.
Example: She emerged as a key figure in the negotiations.
Note: This phrase suggests a process of coming into prominence or recognition, similar to 'become' but with a focus on visibility.
Morph into
To undergo a gradual transformation or evolution into something different.
Example: The small startup morphed into a multinational corporation.
Note: Similar to 'become', but 'morph into' often implies a more fluid or less predictable change.
Develop into
To progress or advance in a particular direction or skill set.
Example: His interest in art developed into a successful career as a painter.
Note: While 'become' is more general, 'develop into' emphasizes a process of growth and improvement leading to a specific outcome.
Become everyday (slang) expressions
End up
To eventually reach or arrive at a particular place or situation unexpectedly.
Example: I never thought I would end up living in a different country.
Note: Focuses more on the final result or outcome without a deliberate plan.
Wind up
To eventually reach or find oneself in a particular state or situation, often unintentionally.
Example: I have no idea how I'll wind up after college.
Note: Similar to 'end up,' but with a sense of uncertainty or lack of control.
Get to be
To gradually or unexpectedly reach a certain state or position.
Example: I didn't expect to get to be so successful at such a young age.
Note: Implies a process or journey to reach the stated condition.
Grow up to be
To mature and develop into a particular person or profession over time.
Example: She grew up to be a renowned scientist despite facing many challenges.
Note: Emphasizes the process of maturation and achievement of a specific goal.
Turn out to be
To be discovered or revealed to have a certain characteristic or identity.
Example: He turned out to be a very different person than I thought.
Note: Focuses on the eventual revelation or realization of a specific aspect of someone or something.
Wind up being
To unexpectedly find oneself in a particular role or situation.
Example: I never thought I would wind up being a teacher, but I love it.
Note: Similar to 'end up,' but with a specific emphasis on the role taken on or situation experienced.
Become - Examples
Can you become the next earth hero?
It is becoming clear that we are in a totally new situation.
Make your business plan and become the best farmer!
She has become a successful entrepreneur.
He wants to become a doctor when he grows up.
The weather has become much colder in the last few days.
Become grammar
Become - Verb (Verb) / Verb, base form (Verb, base form)
Lemma: become
Conjugations
Verb, past tense (Verb, past tense): became
Verb, past participle (Verb, past participle): become
Verb, gerund or present participle (Verb, gerund or present participle): becoming
Verb, 3rd person singular present (Verb, 3rd person singular present): becomes
Verb, base form (Verb, base form): become
Verb, non-3rd person singular present (Verb, non-3rd person singular present): become
Syllables, Separation and Stress
Become Contains 2 syllables: be • come
Phonetic transcription: bi-ˈkəm
be come , bi ˈkəm (The red syllable is stressed)
Become - Importance and usage frequency
The word frequency and importance index indicates how often a word appears in a given language. The smaller the number, the more frequently the word is used. The most frequently used words typically range from about 1 to 4000.
Become: 100 - 200 (Extremely common).
This importance index helps you focus on the most useful words during your language learning process.
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