heir meaning in Hindi

heir in SSC previous-year questions

1. SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones

   Select the most appropriate homonym to fill in the blank.
   The prince is the ____________to the throne.
   (SSC CHSL 2024 T-1 (08-July Shift 4))

   AairBereCerrDheir
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: D) heir

   Correct Answer: heir
   Explanation:
   • Heir means a person legally entitled to inherit a title or property, especially from royalty or family.
   • Example: The prince is the heir to the throne.
   Other options:
   • Air – the invisible gas we breathe.
   • Err – to make a mistake.
   • Ere – an old-fashioned word meaning "before."
   Only "heir" fits the context of inheriting a throne.

2. SSC CHSL 2025 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones

   Correct the homonym in the sentence.
   Sentence: He is the sole hare to the estate.
   Correct word: _____

   AHairBHeirCHireDHier
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: B) Heir

   Correct Answer: Option 2 — "Heir"
   In the sentence, 'hare' is incorrectly used. 'Hare' = a fast-running mammal resembling a large rabbit. The correct word is 'HEIR.'
   "Heir" = a person who inherits or is legally entitled to inherit the property, title, or rank of another. ✓
   Corrected sentence: 'He is the sole HEIR to the estate.' ✓
   = He is the only person entitled to inherit the estate.
   'Hare' and 'heir' are homophones (same sound, different spelling and meaning):
   • 'hare' (noun) = a rabbit-like animal known for speed ✗
   • 'heir' (noun) = a person who inherits ✓
   Why other options are wrong:
   Option 1 'Hair' = the fine strands that grow on the head or body. 'Sole hair to the estate' makes no sens

3. SSC CGL 2023 T-1 Homonyms & Homophones

   Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
   You are the ______ to the throne and should behave in such a manner.

   AheirBhairChereDhare
   Answer & explanation

   Answer: A) heir

   Answer: heir
   Solution:
   • The sentence is: "You are the to the throne and should behave in such a manner."
   • The correct word is heir, which means a person legally entitled to inherit a title, position, or property (उत्तराधिकारी).
   • "Heir to the throne" is a common expression meaning the next in line to become king or queen.
   • Other options:
   • Hair – strands on the head (बाल) – incorrect
   • Here – refers to a place (यहाँ) – irrelevant
   • Hare – a fast-running animal like a rabbit (खरगोश) – unrelated
   • Therefore, the correct answer is heir.

Examples

• “He is the sole heir to his father's fortune.”

heir – questions

What is the meaning of heir in Hindi?

heir means “उत्तराधिकारी” in Hindi. In English: A person legally entitled to inherit property or title

What are the synonyms of heir?

Synonyms of heir: successor, inheritor, beneficiary.

Has heir been asked in SSC exams?

Yes – heir has been asked 4 times in SSC exams: SSC CHSL 2025 T-1, SSC CHSL 2024 T-1, SSC CGL 2023 T-1, SSC GD 2021 T-1.

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