This is the 259th most frequent Urdu word.
از
The Urdu word "از" means "from" or "since" in English.
'از' in this sentence is used as a preposition meaning 'from', denoting the origin or source.
از لاہور، میں اپنی تعلیم مکمل کر چکا ہوں۔
From Lahore, I have completed my education.
'از' here is functioning as a preposition meaning 'from', indicating the starting point or basis.
یہ کام از ابتداء سے کرنا ہوگا۔
This work must be done from the beginning.
'از' in this sentence is part of a phrase 'از راہ کرم', meaning 'kindly', signifying politeness or a humble request.