nounnounnoun
das Erbe, -n
örökség
Es bezeichnet etwas, das man von einer verstorbenen Person bekommt, zum Beispiel Geld, ein Haus oder andere Dinge.
The German word "Erbe" is a noun meaning "inheritance" or "heritage".
- It is derived from the verb "erben" (to inherit).
- The root relates to possessions, traditions, or characteristics passed down from ancestors.
Similar words:
- Nachlass – estate, legacy (often refers to possessions left behind after death).
- Vermächtnis – bequest, legacy (often a more formal or specific testamentary gift).
- Erbschaft – inheritance (legal term for assets passed down).
Difference:
- "Erbe" can refer broadly to both material inheritance and cultural heritage.
- "Nachlass" focuses on the physical assets left by someone deceased.
- "Vermächtnis" implies an intentional legacy left by will.
- "Erbschaft" is specifically the legal aspect of inherited assets.
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Examples
Sein Erbe umfasst viele wertvolle Antiquitäten.noun
Az öröksége sok értékes antik tárgyat foglal magában.
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