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Realize from Meaning in English

expression

ˈɹiəˌɫaɪz/ /ˈfɹəm
REE-uh-lyz fruhm
ˈɹɪə.laɪz/ /fɹˈɒm
RIH-uh-lyz fr-OM

Definition

To understand or become aware of something by noticing or learning it from a particular source, clue, or situation.

Usage & Nuances

Used to show how you came to an understanding, especially after noticing a clue or receiving information. Commonly used in academic and everyday speech. Typically followed by the thing understood ("realize from his face") or the source ("realize from the data"). Do not confuse with 'realize that', which introduces a clause.

Example Sentences

I realized from her voice that she was upset.

basic

You can realize from the weather that it will rain soon.

basic

We realized from the test results that the answer was wrong.

basic

Did you realize from his reaction that he had already heard the news?

natural

I didn't realize from your message that you needed help.

natural

You could realize from the way she smiled that she was genuinely happy.

natural