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    Héritier (en. Heir)

    /eʁi.tje/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A person who inherits the assets, rights, or titles of another person.
    The heir of the estate was designated in the will.
    L'héritier du domaine a été désigné dans le testament.
    A person who continues a tradition or heritage.
    He is the heir of a great artistic culture.
    Il est l'héritier d'une grande culture artistique.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'hereditarius', derived from 'hereditas' which means inheritance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    direct heir
    One who directly inherits assets.
    héritier direct
    to be someone's heir
    To receive an inheritance from a specified person.
    être l'héritier de quelqu'un
    to take over
    To assume the responsibilities of the deceased person.
    prendre la relève

    Related Words

    heritage
    That which is handed down from generation to generation.
    héritage
    will
    Legal document indicating the distribution of assets after death.
    testament
    succession
    Legal process of transferring assets.
    succession

    Slang Meanings

    Heir of a family fortune.
    He’s living the good life; he’s an heir.
    Il se la coule douce, c'est un héritier.
    A person who benefits from gains without effort.
    This guy has never worked; he’s just the heir to his parents' wealth.
    Ce mec n'a jamais travaillé, il est juste l'héritier de la richesse de ses parents.