How to Pronounce "inherit from"
expression
ˌɪnˈhɛɹət/ /ˈfɹəm
in-HAIR-it FRUHM
ɪnhˈɛɹɪt/ /fɹˈɒm
in-HAIR-it from
Definition
To receive something, usually property, money, or physical traits, from a person after they die or from ancestors.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˌɪnˈhɛɹət/ /ˈfɹəm
British English
ɪnhˈɛɹɪt/ /fɹˈɒm
Simplified Pronunciation
US
in-HAIR-it FRUHM
UK
in-HAIR-it from
Listen in Context
I inherited from my uncle when he passed away.
Many people inherit from their parents.
She inherited from her grandmother a beautiful ring.
He seems to inherit from his father not just the house, but his sense of humor too.