C1noun 2K

Heritage

🇬🇧 UK /["/ˈherɪtɪdʒ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/ˈherɪtɪdʒ/"]/

Meaning of Heritage

the history, traditions, buildings and objects that a country or society has had for many years and that are considered an important part of its character

In simple words: The history and culture that a group of people share.

Heritage in a sentence

• The museum preserves the rich cultural heritage of the region.
• His family’s heritage includes a long line of artists and musicians.
• Ancient monuments are an important part of national heritage.
• The heritage of the indigenous people was celebrated during the festival.
• She inherited a heritage of strong entrepreneurial spirit from her grandparents.
• He proudly wears his cultural heritage in his traditional clothing.
• The heritage site attracts thousands of tourists every year.

How to use Heritage

Use 'heritage' when talking about cultural customs, traditions, or historical background. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts but may be less common in casual speech.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'heritage' as 'her it age' — the age of her family's history.

Related words

Collocations with Heritage

• glorious
• precious
• proud
• have
• claim
• conserve
• attraction
• building
• centre/​center

Synonyms for Heritage

• legacy
• tradition
• culture
• ancestry
• background

Opposites of Heritage

• modernity
• innovation

Common mistakes with Heritage

• Confused with 'inheritance' which refers to property or money passed down.
• Incorrectly pronounced as 'hair-itage' instead of 'her-itage'.
• Used inappropriately for non-cultural contexts.

Frequently asked questions about Heritage

What does Heritage mean?

The history and culture that a group of people share.

What is the definition of Heritage?

the history, traditions, buildings and objects that a country or society has had for many years and that are considered an important part of its character

How do you use Heritage in a sentence?

The museum preserves the rich cultural heritage of the region.

Can you give another example of Heritage?

His family’s heritage includes a long line of artists and musicians.

What are synonyms for Heritage?

Common alternatives include legacy, tradition, culture, ancestry, background.

What is the opposite of Heritage?

Opposite meanings include modernity, innovation.

What words go with Heritage?

It commonly pairs with glorious, precious, proud, have, claim, conserve, attraction, building, centre/​center.

What are common mistakes when using Heritage?

Confused with 'inheritance' which refers to property or money passed down. Incorrectly pronounced as 'hair-itage' instead of 'her-itage'. Used inappropriately for non-cultural contexts.

How do you pronounce Heritage?

US: /["/ˈherɪtɪdʒ/"]/, UK: /["/ˈherɪtɪdʒ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Heritage?

Use 'heritage' when talking about cultural customs, traditions, or historical background. It's suitable for both formal and informal contexts but may be less common in casual speech.

What CEFR level is Heritage?

"Heritage" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.