How to Pronounce Inheritance

To pronounce "inheritance", say INH-er-it-anc-e — 5 syllables, IPA /ɪnˈhɛɹətəns/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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5

Syllables

11

Letters

/ɪnˈhɛɹətəns/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “inheritance”

"inheritance" has 5 syllables: inh-er-it-anc-e. It rhymes with heritance, if that helps it stick.

What does inheritance mean?

noun

  1. The passing of title to an estate upon death.
  2. That which a person is entitled to inherit, by law or testament.

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Words that rhyme with inheritance

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heritance

Related words

heritagelegacybequestprobateintestacyheirinheritestate

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "inheritance"?▾

"Inheritance" has 5 syllables: inh · er · it · anc · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "inheritance"?▾

The IPA transcription of "inheritance" is /ɪnˈhɛɹətəns/.

What does "inheritance" mean?▾

Inheritance: The passing of title to an estate upon death.

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