Omzetten

Omzetten is a Dutch verb meaning to convert, transform, or change the form, state, or meaning of something. It is used for converting physical objects, data, or ideas; for turning units or currencies into another form; and in scientific contexts to describe processes that alter substances, such as chemical or biochemical transformations. The related noun omzetting refers to the act of conversion, while omzet is a separate term meaning turnover or revenue.

In economics and business, omzet denotes the total value of sales over a period, i.e., turnover or revenue. It is a key indicator of a company's size and activity, independent of costs or profits. The verb omzetten appears in phrases like geld omzetten, valuta omzetten, or omzet omzetten in contanten, meaning to convert money, currencies, or assets into cash. It can also be used more generally when referring to converting an asset into another form, such as inventory to revenue.

In science and technology, omzetting describes a transformation process, for example enzymatische omzetting in biochemistry or energieomzetting in physics. The term is common in chemistry, biology, and environmental science. The related noun omzetting names the process, while the verb omzetten denotes the act of converting. Overall, omzetten covers both everyday language about conversion and more specialized technical contexts.