dziedziczyć
to inherit
Pronunciation
/d͡ʑɛˈd͡ʑit͡ʂɨt͡ɕ/
Cultural Note
'Dziedziczyć' can refer to inheriting material possessions, physical traits, or cultural traditions. In Polish culture, inheriting a family home or land carries deep emotional significance. The related noun 'dziedzictwo' (heritage) connects to national and family identity.
📝 Example Sentences
Odziedziczył dom po dziadkach.
He inherited a house from his grandparents.
Dziedziczymy nie tylko majątek, ale też tradycje.
We inherit not only property but also traditions.
Córka dziedziczy urodę po matce.
The daughter inherits her beauty from her mother.
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