English Word · Intermediate
heir
To inherit
Pronunciation: /ˈɛə̯/
Meaning
A word or expression meaning "To inherit.".
Example
[…] Leonard Houtz & John Myer to be executors to this my last will & testament & lastly my children shall heir equally, one as much as the other.
[…] Leonard Houtz & John Myer to be executors to this my last will & testament & lastly my children shall heir equally, one as much as the other.
Practice tips
- Practice heir out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.