English · Common Verbs
become
/bɪˈkʌm/
[/bɪˈkʌm/]
to grow or change into
Beginnerverb
Definition
To grow or change into something; this base form is also the past participle.
Example
With practice and patience, you can become fluent in a new language within a few years.
With practice and patience, you can become fluent in a new language within a few years.
Etymology
From Old English 'becuman' (to come about, happen).
How & Where It’s Used
The base form and past participle are identical; the past tense is 'became'.