from

preposition: indicating the point in space or time at which a journey, motion, or action starts
- A cry for help came from the room next door.
preposition: indicating the source, origin, or provenance of something or someone
- I received a letter from my friend abroad.
preposition: indicating the material or substance used to make something, which may have been transformed
- Ancient peoples created dyes from plants and minerals.
preposition: indicating the cause, reason, or motive for something
- She was trembling from fear.
preposition: indicating a distinction or difference between two things or people
- It's difficult to tell one twin from the other.
preposition: indicating separation, prevention, or prohibition
- The shed will protect the wood from the rain.