from

preposition
UK: /frɒm/
US: /frʌm/

  1. Indicates the place where someone or something starts.

    1. I am from London. [ ] [ ]
    2. The rain is coming from the west, so expect a change in the weather soon. [ ] [ ]

  2. Used to specify the source or origin of something.

    1. This gift is from my mother. [ ] [ ]
    2. Where did you get that information from that sounds incorrect? [ ] [ ]

  3. Indicating a point of separation or removal.

    1. Keep away from the fire. [ ] [ ]
    2. She protected her eyes from the bright sunlight with dark glasses. [ ] [ ]

  4. Used to indicate a cause or reason.

    1. He is suffering from a cold. [ ] [ ]
    2. The company benefited from the new government policies and tax breaks. [ ] [ ]

  5. Indicating a range or limit.

    1. I work from nine to five. [ ] [ ]
    2. The price of the tickets ranged from $20 to $50 depending on seating. [ ] [ ]

Synonyms

out of of

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "from" in English means: Indicates the place where someone or something starts., Used to specify the source or origin of something., Indicating a point of separation or removal., Used to indicate a cause or reason., Indicating a range or limit..

The phonetic transcription of "from" is /frɒm/ in British English and /frʌm/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "from": out of, of.

Example usage of "from": "I am from London.". More examples on the page.