herkömmlich
Translation
conventional, traditional, standard
Examples
Das ist die herkömmliche Methode.
That is the conventional method.
Er bevorzugt herkömmlichen Kaffee.
He prefers traditional coffee.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective before a noun)) conventional... a conventional method
Similar Words
Synonyms: traditionell, konventionell, üblich; Antonyms: modern, neu, unkonventionell
Etymology
From 'herkommen' (to come from, originate) + the adjective suffix '-lich'. It describes something that has 'come down' through tradition.
Memory Tips
Think of something that has 'come here' ('her-kommen') over many years, thus becoming the convention.