heritage
Translation
heritage, legacy
Examples
The castle is part of our national heritage.
The castle is part of our national heritage.
They are proud of their cultural heritage.
They are proud of their cultural heritage.
Grammar Patterns
((adjective)) + heritage features belonging to the culture of a particular society. They are proud of their cultural heritage.
Similar Words
Synonyms: legacy, inheritance, tradition, culture
Etymology
From Old French 'heriter' (to inherit), related to 'heir'.
Memory Tips
The 'heri-' part comes from 'heir', and '-age' denotes a collection. So, it's the collection of things passed down.