Résulter (en. Result)

[ʁe.zyl.te]

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
verb
To come as a consequence of an event.
The team's efforts resulted in a victory.
Les efforts de l'équipe ont résulté en une victoire.
To manifest as an effect or phenomenon.
This may result from a calculation error.
Cela peut résulter d'une erreur de calcul.
To emerge from certain conditions or circumstances.
From this project, several innovative ideas resulted.
De ce projet, plusieurs idées innovantes ont résulté.

Etymology

From the Latin 'resultare', which means 'to jump back'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

result from
To be the consequence of something.
résulter de
expected results
The anticipated consequences or effects of an action.
résultats attendus
result in
To lead to a certain result.
résulter en

Related Words

result
What is obtained through a calculation or action.
résultat
resulting
Which arises from an action or event.
résultant
success
Success resulting from effort.
réussite

Slang Meanings

To have unexpected success.
This plan really worked out, we were all surprised.
Ce plan a vraiment résulté, on a tous été surpris.
When something works better than expected.
This method worked out, everyone is delighted.
Cette méthode a résulté, tout le monde est ravi.