Grammar fix
stem from
originate in / be caused by (abstract, formal-neutral)
to be caused by or to have developed as a result of something, especially when talking about the origin of a problem, situation, or feeling.
Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
- Most of her anxiety stems from a lack of confidence at work.society
- Many social problems stem from inequality in access to education and healthcare.IELTS speaking
Fix the pattern
Pattern: stem from + noun/gerund
WrongHis anxiety stems by his childhood.
RightHis anxiety stems from his childhood.
'Stem FROM' the cause — not 'by'.
Patternstem from + noun/gerund
Use it right
Choose the version that sounds natural in speech.
'Stem from' is the natural verb for tracing a cause; 'originates in' is more formal/written.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
stem from + causea misunderstandingfearthe same problemchildhood
Don't confuse it
Unlike 'come from', which can refer to physical origin or general source, 'stem from' is used for abstract or non-physical causes, such as reasons, problems, or feelings.