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conventional in German

conventional in German is konventionell, herkömmlich — conventional means following accepted customs, methods, or standards rather than anything unusual.

conventional in German

konventionell
adj
Pertaining to a convention, as in following generally accepted principles, methods and behaviour.
konventionell
adj
Ordinary, commonplace.
herkömmlich
adj
Ordinary, commonplace.

What does "conventional" mean?

  1. adj Following accepted customs, methods, or standards rather than anything unusual.
    "They chose a conventional wedding with a church service and reception."
  2. adj Ordinary or unoriginal; lacking creativity.
    "The film's plot felt a bit conventional and predictable."
  3. adj Describing weapons or warfare that do not involve nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons.
    "The two armies fought with conventional weapons only."

conventional in a sentence

  • They chose a conventional wedding with a church service and reception.
  • His conventional approach to management rarely surprises anyone.
  • The film's plot felt a bit conventional and predictable.
  • The two armies fought with conventional weapons only.

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What is "conventional" in German?

"conventional" in German is konventionell, herkömmlich. conventional means: Following accepted customs, methods, or standards rather than anything unusual.

How do you use "conventional" in a sentence?

Example: "They chose a conventional wedding with a church service and reception." In German, "conventional" is konventionell, herkömmlich.

Are there other ways to say "conventional" in German?

Yes — German has 2 translations listed for "conventional": konventionell, herkömmlich.

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