heir in Malay
pewaris
/ˈɜː/UK/ˈɛə̯/
heir in Malay: pewaris, waris. In English, heir means someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
Malay words for heir
- one who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another
- pewaris, waris
English meaning of heir
- noun Someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
- noun One who inherits, or has been designated to inherit, a hereditary title or office.
- noun A successor in a role, representing continuity with the predecessor.
- verb To inherit.
heir in a sentence
- My brother is the heir to our childhood house and yet has no interest in it.
- As the heir to the British throne, the Prince of Wales is a very public figure.
Synonyms of heir
heir in other languages
Questions about heir in Malay
- What is the meaning of heir in Malay?
- Heir in Malay is pewaris, waris.
- Apakah maksud heir dalam bahasa Melayu?
- Heir: pewaris, waris.
- What does heir mean in English?
- Heir means someone who inherits, or is designated to inherit, the property of another.
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