Heredar
Example: Mi familia va a heredar la casa antigua del abuelo.
Definition
"Heredar" means to receive property, rights, or responsibilities from someone who has passed away, typically a family member. For example, in history, a family might inherit an old house from their grandfather, passing down legacy and possessions through generations.
Etymology
The word "heredar" comes from the Latin word 'hereditare,' which means to inherit. It is related to 'heres,' meaning heir. Did you know? The concept of inheritance has been important throughout history, shaping family wealth and social status.
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"Heredar" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - History - (A2) - set 1", containing 210 commonly used words.
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