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How do you spell Hereditary?

Correct spelling

hereditary

Remember HEIR + EDIT + ARY - an heir edits what they inherit

Why is hereditary spelled this way?

From Latin hereditarius, of inheritance. HERES (heir). Something hereditary passes through inheritance — traits, titles, or conditions flowing from parent to child.

Common misspellings of hereditary

heriditaryhereditaryherediteryheredatary

Example

The hereditary monarchy passed the crown from generation to generation.

Frequently asked questions

How do you spell hereditary?+
The correct spelling is "hereditary". Remember HEIR + EDIT + ARY - an heir edits what they inherit
Is it heriditary or hereditary?+
The correct spelling is "hereditary", not "heriditary".

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