legacy

• Substantiv, das etwas bezeichnet, das aus der Vergangenheit überliefert wurde, wie Vermögen, Traditionen oder Errungenschaften, oft von einem Vorfahren oder Vorgänger.

A noun referring to something handed down from the past, such as property, traditions, or achievements, often from an ancestor or predecessor.

1. InheritanceB2formal

   Money or property left to someone in a will.

   Erbschaft

   • She received a substantial legacy from her grandfather.
   • The legacy included a house and a large sum of money.
   • He left a legacy to his favorite charity.

   Synonymebequestdeviseendowmentestategiftinheritancepatrimonysettlement

2. Historical impactB2formal

   Something handed down from the past, such as a tradition, achievement, or cultural contribution.

   Vermächtnis

   • The artist's legacy continues to inspire new generations.
   • The legacy of the ancient civilization can be seen in its architecture.
   • His legacy as a leader is one of peace and progress.

   Synonymebequestbirthrightheritageinheritancepatrimonytradition

3. Outdated systemB2informalIT

   An older computer system, software, or technology that is still in use.

   Altsystem

   • The company still relies on legacy software from the 1990s.
   • Migrating from legacy systems to cloud platforms is expensive.
   • The legacy code is difficult to maintain.