herança
inheritance; heritage
Advanced Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ɨˈɾɐ̃.sɐ/
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Cultural Note
Portuguese inheritance law follows the civil law tradition of 'legítima' (forced heirship), meaning children are entitled to a minimum share of their parents' estate regardless of the will. This reflects the cultural importance of keeping property within the family. Disputes over herança are a common theme in Portuguese literature and telenovelas.
📝 Example Sentences
Ele recebeu uma herança do avô.
He received an inheritance from his grandfather.
A herança cultural portuguesa é muito rica.
Portuguese cultural heritage is very rich.
A divisão da herança causou conflitos na família.
The division of the inheritance caused conflicts in the family.