Which is correct to use in a sentence: "from who" or "from whom"? Thank you.
2023-04-19
This is what goPenpal answered
Hi there! Great question.
When it comes to "from who" and "from whom," the correct usage depends on whether you are using the word "who" or "whom" as the subject or object of the sentence.
In the sentence "From whom did you receive the package?" the word "whom" is being used as the object of the preposition "from." This is a grammatically correct sentence because "whom" is the object, receiving the action of the preposition.
On the other hand, if you were to say "Who did the package come from?" the word "who" is being used as the subject of the sentence. This sentence is also grammatically correct because "who" is the subject, performing the action of the verb.
A simple way to remember the difference is to consider the verb. If the verb is performing an action on someone or something, use "whom." If the person or thing is performing the action, use "who."
I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any further questions.
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