herdar
1. to receive property, money, or a title from someone after their death
She will inherit her grandmother's house when she passes away.
Ela herdará a casa da sua avó quando ela falecer.
2. to receive or be left with something unwanted or problematic from a predecessor
The new manager inherited a struggling department from his predecessor.
O novo gerente herdou um departamento em dificuldades de seu antecessor.
3. to receive a genetic characteristic or trait from one's parents
Children inherit their eye color from their parents.
As crianças herdam a cor dos olhos de seus pais.
4. to receive or come into possession of something by virtue of one's position or circumstances
He inherited the family business after his father retired.
Ele herdou o negócio familiar após seu pai se aposentar.
In both Brazilian and American contexts, inheritance is a significant legal and family matter. In Brazil, inheritance laws are strictly defined under civil law (Código Civil), and the term 'herança' (inheritance) carries both legal and emotional weight. In American culture, inheritance discussions often relate to estate planning and wills. The concept of inheriting traits or problems is commonly used metaphorically in business contexts in both countries.
Related Idioms & Phrases
inherit the wind - to suffer the consequences of one's actions
inherit the earth - to receive spiritual reward or blessing
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