Meaning of the word "be descended from" in English
What does "be descended from" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
be descended from
US /bi dɪˈsɛndɪd frʌm/
UK /bi dɪˈsɛndɪd frɒm/
Phrase
to have as an ancestor; to originate or come from a particular family, group, or type of thing
Example:
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She claims to be descended from royalty.
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Many modern languages are descended from Latin.