세습이 · 세습을; 세습하다, 세습되다
hereditary succession, passing down (wealth, power, status)
Example
부의 세습이 사회 불평등을 키운다는 지적이 많습니다.
Many point out that inherited wealth deepens social inequality.
Word parts
세 generation+습 take over
Literally 'taking over across generations'.
Good to know
Used for power, wealth or poverty passed down; 상속 is the legal word for inheriting property.