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consecuencias

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NounfB1

consequences?results or effects of an action,results?outcomes

Also:implications?potential future effects

📝 In Action

Todas nuestras decisiones tienen consecuencias, buenas o malas.

All our decisions have consequences, good or bad.

Las consecuencias del incendio fueron devastadoras para el bosque.

The consequences of the fire were devastating for the forest.

Si no estudias, tendrás que enfrentar las consecuencias en el examen.

If you don't study, you will have to face the consequences on the exam.

Word Connections

Synonyms

resultados (results)
efectos (effects)

Common Collocations

asumir las consecuencias – to face the consequences
sufrir las consecuencias – to suffer the consequences
graves consecuencias – serious consequences

Idioms & Expressions

Pagar las consecuencias – To suffer the negative results of a past action.

💡 Grammar Points

Always Plural in Context

Even though 'consecuencia' (singular) exists, this word is very often used in its plural form ('consecuencias') when discussing the overall outcome of an event.

Feminine Noun

Remember that 'consecuencias' is a feminine noun, so you use feminine words with it: 'las consecuencias' (the consequences), 'algunas consecuencias' (some consequences).

❌ Common Pitfalls

Gender Confusion

Mistake: "Los consecuencias (using masculine article)"

Correction: Las consecuencias. The word ends in -a, and it is feminine. Think of 'la consecuencia' (the consequence).

⭐ Usage Tips

Using 'Traer'

A very common way to use this word is with the verb 'traer' (to bring): 'Esa decisión trae consecuencias' (That decision brings consequences).

✏️ Quick Practice

💡 Quick Quiz: consecuencias

Question 1 of 2

Which verb is most commonly used when talking about accepting responsibility for the negative outcomes of an action?

📚 More Resources

Word Family

consecuencia(consequence (singular)) - noun

consecuente(consistent, logical) - adjective

consecuentemente(consequently) - adverb

Frequently Asked Questions

Is 'consecuencias' always negative?

No, although it is often used in a negative context (e.g., 'negative consequences'), it can refer to any result: 'Tu esfuerzo tendrá buenas consecuencias' (Your effort will have good consequences).

What is the difference between 'consecuencia' and 'resultado'?

Both mean 'result' or 'outcome.' 'Resultado' is a general term for the final score or effect. 'Consecuencia' often implies a logical or moral connection to a previous decision or action, often focusing on the future impact.