German word

konventionell

Pronunciation

IPA/kɔnvɛnt͡si̯oˈnɛl/

Meaning

  • adjectiveconventional

Example

Viele Ärzte nutzen konventionelle Methoden.

Many doctors use conventional methods.

Illustration for konventionell (conventional)

More examples

In vielen Regionen wird noch konventionelle Landwirtschaft betrieben.

In many regions, conventional agriculture is still practiced.

Core concept

A well-marked path that follows an accepted custom rather than taking a new route.

Common phrases

  • konventionelle Energiequellen

    conventional energy sources

  • konventionelle Therapie

    conventional therapy

  • konventionelle Landwirtschaft

    conventional agriculture

Similar words

gewöhnlich: Ordinary and not especially distinctive or unusual.
üblich: Normally done or encountered in a particular setting.
traditionell: Based on customs or methods that have continued for a long time.
herkömmlich: Using methods or things that have long been generally used.

Definition in German

konventionell beschreibt eine Art des Handelns, die sich an bestehenden Vereinbarungen oder bewährten Verfahren orientiert.

Word origin

Konventionell comes through French conventionnel from Latin conventio, meaning an agreement or coming together.

Usage tips

  • Konventionell is more formal than usual everyday choices such as üblich or gewöhnlich and often contrasts with innovativ or alternativ.

Other meanings

  • traditionaladjective
  • usualadjective

Opposites

Related words

  • Konventionconventionnoun
  • Konventionalismusconventionalismnoun

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