What does "de" mean in English?

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Spanish

de

English

of

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Alternative translations of "de"

from
about
by
than

Examples of how to use "de" in Spanish

Spanish
Este vaso es de cristal.
English
This glass is made of crystal.
Spanish
El libro de Ana es interesante.
English
Ana's book is interesting.
Spanish
Vengo de la escuela ahora.
English
I'm coming from school now.
Spanish
La casa de mi abuela es grande.
English
My grandmother's house is big.
Spanish
Necesito un vaso de agua.
English
I need a glass of water.

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