Stem from Meaning in English
expression
ˈstɛm/ /ˈfɹəm
STEM-frum
stˈɛm/ /fɹˈɒm
stem-FROM
Definition
To come from or be caused by something, often used to explain the source or origin of an idea, problem, or situation.
Usage & Nuances
Used mainly in formal or written English. Commonly found in explanations, discussions, or analyses to describe origins or causes. Can be replaced by 'come from' in informal speech, but 'stem from' is more formal and abstract.
Spanish: provenir de - originarse dePortuguese (BR): originar-se de - provir dePortuguese (PT): originar-se de - provir deChinese (Simplified): 源自于 - 起因于Chinese (Traditional): 源自於 - 起因於Hindi: से उत्पन्न होना - से आनाArabic: ينبع من - يعود إلىBengali: উৎপন্ন হওয়া - উৎসর্গিত হওয়াRussian: проистекать из - быть следствиемJapanese: 〜に由来する - 〜から生じるVietnamese: bắt nguồn từKorean: 에서 비롯되다 - 에서 유래하다Turkish: -den kaynaklanmak - -den ileri gelmekUrdu: سے پیدا ہونا - سے نکلناIndonesian: berasal dari - berasal akibat
Example Sentences
Her success stems from hard work.
basic
The problem stems from poor communication.
basic
His fear stems from childhood experiences.
basic
A lot of misunderstandings in relationships stem from small things.
natural
All these rumors stem from one mistake.
natural
His confidence really stems from having supportive friends.
natural