Erben
Example: Nach dem Tod seiner Eltern wird er das Haus erben.
Definition
"Erben" means to receive property, money, or a title from someone after their death, typically a family member. It is used to describe the legal or customary process of inheriting assets, as in the phrase: 'After his parents' death, he will inherit the house.'
Etymology
The German verb "erben" comes from the Old High German 'erban,' which originally meant to receive as an heir. Its roots trace back to the Proto-Germanic word '*arbijan,' related to the concept of inheritance and legacy. Did you know? The word is closely linked to family lineage and legal traditions in Germanic cultures.
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