heritage — Property, traditions, or characteristics that are passed down from previous generations
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: Property, traditions, or characteristics that are passed down from previous generations
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈherɪtɪdʒ/
Korean meaning: 조상으로부터 물려받은 재산, 전통, 특성; 유산
Korean pronunciation: **헤**리티지
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's secret kimchi recipe is our family's most precious heritage.
- The only heritage my dad left me was his collection of dad jokes.
- Korea's heritage of innovation continues with its leading technology companies.
heritage
NOUN//ˈherɪtɪdʒ//
Property, traditions, or characteristics that are passed down from previous generations
Grandfather shows his grandson the family heritage passed down through generations.
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old French 'heritage', derived from Latin 'hereditare' meaning 'to inherit', which comes from 'heres' meaning 'heir' or 'inheritance'.
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📝Examples
“My grandmother's secret kimchi recipe is our family's most precious heritage.”
“The only heritage my dad left me was his collection of dad jokes.”
“Korea's heritage of innovation continues with its leading technology companies.”
“She inherited her heritage of being terrible at directions from her mother.”
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