Occurrences of change Flashcards
When is ponerse used?
To express a quick change, physically or mentally
The light became green
El semaforo se puso verde
I became red
Me puso rojo
When is volverse used?
Slower, gradual change, occurring over a longer period
What does volverse generally refer to
Qualities and personalities held
With time, I became more extroverted
Con tiempo, me volví mas extrovertida
London has become very expensive
present perfect
London se ha vuelto muy caro
When is hacerse used?
What does it tend to introduce
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Expresses personal change - money, religion, ideology etc
An adjective or name of profession
We became rich
Nos hicimos rico
Felipe has become a police officer
Felipe se ha hecho policía
My friend became buddhist
Mi amiga se hizo budista