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Definition
To inherit, succeed to, or carry on a property, business, or tradition.
neutralfamilywork
How it's used
Focuses on the formal act of taking over responsibilities, assets, or titles from a predecessor. While it can apply to physical property, it is frequently used in business or family contexts to describe the continuation of a legacy or a role.
Examples
After his father passed away, he inherited the entire company.
Are you planning to carry on this family business?
Related words
Common phrases
to inherit the family business
to inherit an estate
Common mistake
Avoid using this for casual borrowing or taking things temporarily. It implies a permanent transfer of ownership or duty, usually following someone's retirement or death.
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Grammar guides
- QuestionsFrom yes or no questions to asking who, what, where, and when. The patterns you need to ask questions naturally in Cantonese.
- ClassifiersCantonese puts a classifier between a number and a noun, and a bare classifier on its own can mean the. Learn the common ones and how to use them.
- ComparisonsHow to say bigger than, the most, the same as, and not as good as. Cantonese uses 過 where Mandarin uses 比, and that catches a lot of learners out.
