patrimony
Translation
patrimony, inheritance, heritage
Examples
He inherited a large patrimony from his father.
He inherited a large patrimony from his father.
The church's patrimony includes ancient manuscripts.
The church's patrimony includes ancient manuscripts.
Grammar Patterns
((a/the)) patrimony ((of sth.)) the property inherited from one's father The family's patrimony was divided among the sons.
Similar Words
inheritance, legacy, birthright, estate
Etymology
From Latin 'pater' (father) + '-monium' (a suffix indicating a state or role). Literally, 'that which is received from the father'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'patri-' as in 'paternal' (related to a father) and '-mony' like 'money'. So, 'money from the father'.