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inherit

Meaning in simple English, pronunciation and examples

Pronunciation: US /ɪnˈherɪt/

Forms: inherited

inherit means: To receive someone’s money or wealth when they die.

verb

RECEIVE FORTUNEB1

To receive someone’s money or wealth when they die.

  • She inherited a large fortune.
  • He inherited enough money to buy a flat.
  • Did you inherit any money from your grandfather?

How to use it: inherit something from someone (He inherited a fortune from his aunt.)

Common phrases: inherit a fortune, inherit money, inherit something from someone, inherit a house

FAMILY TRAITSB2

To receive a physical feature or other natural quality from your parents.

  • He inherited his father’s brown eyes.
  • Can children inherit this disease?
  • Both sisters have inherited their mother’s musical ability.

How to use it: inherit something from someone (She inherited her curly hair from her mother.)

Common phrases: inherit something from someone, inherit a trait, inherit blue eyes

Questions about inherit

What does inherit mean?

To receive someone’s money or wealth when they die.

What is inherit in other languages?

Türkçe: miras almak · Español: heredar · Français: hériter · Deutsch: erben · Italiano: ereditare · 日本語: 相続する

How do you pronounce inherit?

It is pronounced /ɪnˈherɪt/.

How do you use inherit in a sentence?

She inherited a large fortune. He inherited enough money to buy a flat.

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