How to Pronounce "Inheritor"

Pronunciation Overview

The word inheritor is pronounced as:

(in-HER-i-tor)

It has 4 syllables: in • her • i • tor. The stress falls on the second syllable ("her").

Meaning & Usage

Inheritor (noun) refers to a person who receives money, property, titles, or other assets from someone after they die. It is synonymous with "heir."

Tips for Learners

• Don’t confuse it with “inheriter” — the correct spelling is inheritor.
• Remember: the “t” before the “or” is soft, almost like a quick “d” sound in American English (/t̬/).
• Practice saying it slowly: in – HER – i – tor.