heiress
/ˈeəres/ · /ˈeres/
CEFR level C1Topic SocietyWord #6065 in the learning path
女继承人
Definitions
n. A woman who inherits or expects to inherit substantial wealth.
女继承人
Example
The young heiress turned her family mansion into a museum.
这位年轻的女继承人把家族宅邸改成了博物馆。
The heiress funded scholarships for disadvantaged students, illustrating how inherited wealth can support wider educational opportunities.
这位女继承人出资为弱势学生设立奖学金，展示了继承财富如何扩大教育机会。
Collocations
- heiress to a fortune
- a wealthy heiress
Word family
- heir (n.)
- inherit (v.)
- inheritance (n.)
Usage tip
h不发音；heir如今也可泛指任何性别的继承人。
FAQ
- What does heiress mean?
- A woman who inherits or expects to inherit substantial wealth.
- How is heiress pronounced?
- UK /ˈeəres/, US /ˈeres/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
