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    Patrimoine (en. Heritage)

    /pa.tʁi.mwan/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The entirety of goods, rights, and obligations inherited or transmitted from generation to generation.
    My family's heritage includes properties in France and Italy.
    Le patrimoine de ma famille comprend des propriétés en France et en Italie.
    Cultural, artistic, or historical wealth of a community.
    UNESCO's world heritage protects historical sites.
    Le patrimoine mondial de l'UNESCO protège des sites historiques.
    The set of traditions, customs, and values of a culture.
    Local folklore is an integral part of our heritage.
    Le folklore local fait partie intégrante de notre patrimoine.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'patrimonium', which means inheritance, paternal property.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cultural heritage
    The set of cultural and traditional goods of a society.
    patrimoine culturel
    natural heritage
    The set of natural elements that have ecological or aesthetic value.
    patrimoine naturel
    intangible heritage
    Traditions and living expressions passed down from generation to generation.
    patrimoine immatériel

    Related Words

    heritage
    Goods or rights passed down from generation to generation.
    héritage
    tradition
    Practices or beliefs transmitted within a community.
    tradition
    culture
    The set of knowledge, arts, and manners of a group.
    culture

    Slang Meanings

    Family livelihood
    This business is our heritage; it allows us to live.
    Ce commerce est notre patrimoine, il nous permet de vivre.
    Family treasure
    My grandmother's jewelry is a true heritage.
    Les bijoux de ma grand-mère sont un vrai patrimoine.