Öröklés

Öröklés is the Hungarian word for inheritance, a fundamental concept in law and biology. In a legal context, öröklés refers to the transfer of property, rights, and obligations from a deceased person, the testator, to their heirs. This transfer can occur through a will, known as végrendelet, or by law if no will exists. Hungarian law distinguishes between two main types of öröklés: testamentary succession and intestate succession. Testamentary succession follows the wishes expressed in the testator's will, while intestate succession distributes the estate according to legal rules of kinship. Heirs can be family members, spouses, or other designated individuals.

Biologically, öröklés describes the passing of genetic traits from parents to offspring. This process is governed by genes, which are segments of DNA that carry instructions for various characteristics. Traits are inherited through chromosomes, with offspring receiving a combination of genetic material from each parent. The study of öröklés in biology is known as genetics. Understanding öröklés, both legally and biologically, is crucial for comprehending family structures, property distribution, and the transmission of characteristics across generations. The term encompasses a broad range of principles and practices that shape societal and familial continuity.