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consecuencia

/kon-seh-KWEN-syah/

consequence

A row of colorful dominoes falling down one by one after the first one was pushed.

A chain reaction of falling dominoes illustrates a consequence, or the result of an action.

consecuencia(noun)

fB1

consequence

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a result of an action

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result

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the outcome of a situation

Also:

aftermath

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the consequences of a significant event

📝 In Action

Toda acción tiene una consecuencia.

A2

Every action has a consequence.

Llegué tarde como consecuencia del tráfico.

B1

I arrived late as a result of the traffic.

Debes asumir las consecuencias de tus decisiones.

B1

You must accept the consequences of your decisions.

Word Connections

Synonyms

Antonyms

Common Collocations

  • como consecuencia de – as a result of
  • traer consecuencias – to have consequences
  • sufrir las consecuencias – to suffer the consequences

Idioms & Expressions

  • en consecuencia – accordingly or therefore

💡 Grammar Points

Feminine Noun

This word is feminine, so you should use 'la' or 'una' with it (e.g., 'la consecuencia').

❌ Common Pitfalls

Result vs. Consequence

Mistake: "Using 'consecuencia' only for bad things."

Correction: While often used for negative outcomes, it can also be used neutrally in formal logic or science.

⭐ Usage Tips

Connect your ideas

Use the phrase 'en consecuencia' at the start of a sentence to mean 'therefore' or 'as a result' when telling a story.

An illustration of a person walking along a straight path that perfectly aligns with a series of glowing stars on the ground.

Walking a path that matches your principles represents consistency between actions and beliefs.

consecuencia(noun)

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consistency

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matching your actions to your principles

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coherence

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logical connection

📝 In Action

Siempre actúa con consecuencia con sus ideas.

C1

He always acts consistently with his ideas.

Word Connections

Synonyms

  • coherencia (coherence)
  • congruencia (congruence)

Antonyms

  • inconsecuencia (inconsistency)

⭐ Usage Tips

Advanced Usage

To say someone 'walks the talk,' you can say they act 'con consecuencia'.

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: consecuencia

Question 1 of 1

Which phrase is used to say 'as a result of'?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

consecuente(consistent / consequent) - adjective
consecuentemente(consequently) - adverb
secuencia(sequence) - noun

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'consecuencia' always bad?

Not strictly, but in everyday Spanish, it usually hints at a negative or serious result. If you want to talk about a neutral result (like in a soccer match or a math problem), 'resultado' is more common.

How do I say 'therefore' using this word?

You can say 'en consecuencia.' For example: 'No estudió; en consecuencia, reprobó' (He didn't study; therefore, he failed).