inheritance / heritage
eredità
eh-reh-dee-TAH
Italian inheritance law includes 'quota legittima' — a reserved share that must go to close family members (spouse, children). You cannot disinherit close relatives entirely.
Ha ricevuto un'eredità dalla nonna.
She received an inheritance from her grandmother.
L'eredità culturale dell'Italia è immensa.
Italy's cultural heritage is immense.