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    Consecuencia (en. Consequence)

    /konsekwenθja/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Result that follows from a fact or situation.
    The consequences of not studying are evident in exams.
    Las consecuencias de no estudiar son evidentes en los exámenes.
    In logic, a proposition that is deduced from another.
    The consequence of his argument does not hold.
    La consecuencia de su argumento no se sostiene.
    Reaction of an event that affects another situation.
    The consequence of the earthquake was the destruction of several buildings.
    La consecuencia del terremoto fue la destrucción de varios edificios.

    Etymology

    From the Latin 'consequentia', meaning 'what follows'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    as a consequence
    Due to a prior fact.
    como consecuencia
    draw consequences
    To reach a conclusion based on facts.
    sacar consecuencias
    consequently
    Therefore; as a result.
    en consecuencia
    logical consequence
    Result that necessarily follows from a premise.
    consecuencia lógica

    Related Words

    results
    Effects that result from an action.
    resultados
    effect
    Change that results from an action.
    efecto
    repercussions
    Consequences or effects of an event.
    repercusiones
    cause
    Origin of an effect or consequence.
    causa

    Slang Meanings

    What comes next.
    If you don't arrive on time, the consequence is that you don't get into the cinema.
    Si no llegas a tiempo, la consecuencia es que no entras al cine.
    Reaction to bad behavior.
    When you misbehave, there is always a consequence.
    Cuando te portas mal, siempre hay una consecuencia.