English–Spanish
“heir” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/eɾeˈðeɾo/
Example
Mi hermano será el heredero de la casa.
My brother will be the heir to the house.
How to say “heir” in Spanish
“Heir” in Spanish is heredero.
Person legally designated to inherit property or a title.
Example sentences with heredero
El sobrino fue nombrado heredero en el testamento.
The nephew was named heir in the will.
Tips for using heredero
- Spanish normally uses ser el heredero de + thing for family or property inheritance, while sucesor is more natural for taking over a job, office, or leadership role.