How to Pronounce Heritage

To pronounce "heritage", say HER-it-ag-e — 4 syllables, IPA /ˈhɛɹɪtɪd͡ʒ/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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4

Syllables

8

Letters

/ˈhɛɹɪtɪd͡ʒ/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “heritage”

"heritage" has 4 syllables: her-it-ag-e.

What does heritage mean?

noun

  1. An inheritance; property that may be inherited.
  2. A tradition; a practice or set of values that is passed down from preceding generations through families or through institutional memory.

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Related words

inheritancepatrimonialbirthrightpatrimonyinheritheirheirloomlegacy

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "heritage"?▾

"Heritage" has 4 syllables: her · it · ag · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "heritage"?▾

The IPA transcription of "heritage" is /ˈhɛɹɪtɪd͡ʒ/.

What does "heritage" mean?▾

Heritage: An inheritance; property that may be inherited.

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