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Can You Tell the Difference Between Made Of and Made From?
Some materials retain their original form, while others undergo complete transformation. That’s where the difference between “made of” and “made from” comes in.
Quick Recap
- Made of is used when the material stays the same or is still recognizable.
Example: The table is made of wood.
(You can still see and touch the wood.) - Made from is used when the material is changed or transformed into something new.
Example: Cheese is made from milk.
(You can’t see the milk anymore — it’s been turned into cheese.)
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Review: Made of vs Made from
→ Made of
Use “made of” when the material is still visible or unchanged in the final product.
Examples:
- The ring is made of gold.
- That statue is made of marble.
- The table is made of wood.
👉 You can see or recognize the original material.
→ Made from
Use “made from” when the original material is transformed or processed, so it’s not easily recognizable anymore.
Examples:
- Cheese is made from milk.
- Wine is made from grapes.
- Paper is made from trees.
👉 The material has changed its form.
💡 Tips to Remember:
- If you can still see the material → use “made of”.
- If the material has been processed or transformed → use “made from”.
- When in doubt, think: “Can I recognize the original material?”
Learn more: For a clear explanation of the difference between made of and made from, check out this Cambridge Dictionary grammar guide.