How to Pronounce "disinherit"
word
ˌdɪsɪnˈhɛɹɪt
dis-in-HAIR-it
dˌɪsɪnhˈɛɹɪt
dis-in-HAIR-it
Definition
To officially prevent someone, usually your child or relative, from receiving money or property you own after you die.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌdɪsɪnˈhɛɹɪt
British English
dˌɪsɪnhˈɛɹɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
dis-in-HAIR-it
UK
dis-in-HAIR-it
Listen in Context
The father decided to disinherit his son.
She threatened to disinherit her children if they didn’t behave.
It is possible to disinherit a relative in a will.
If you break the rules again, Grandpa might disinherit you!