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    Chinese Grammar

    Expressing 'to inherit' with 继承 (jìchéng)

    Actions & Events
    Passive & Receiving

    Structure

    Subject + 继承 + Object

    Explanation

    继承 (jìchéng) is a verb meaning "to inherit" or "to succeed to," used for receiving property, titles, traditions, or responsibilities from a predecessor. It can apply to both tangible things like wealth and intangible things like cultural heritage.

    Examples

    • 她继承了父亲的公司，成了新的负责人。

      tā jìchéng le fùqīn de gōngsī, chéng le xīn de fùzérén.

      She inherited her father's company and became the new person in charge.

    • 我们应该继承和发扬优秀的传统文化。

      wǒmen yīnggāi jìchéng hé fāyáng yōuxiù de chuántǒng wénhuà.

      We should inherit and carry forward excellent traditional culture.

    • 王子继承了王位，成为新的国王。

      wángzǐ jìchéng le wángwèi, chéngwéi xīn de guówáng.

      The prince inherited the throne and became the new king.

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