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How to Say "result" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “result” is “resultado” — use 'resultado' for the general outcome or score of an event, competition, or process..

resultado🔊A2

Use 'resultado' for the general outcome or score of an event, competition, or process.

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efecto🔊A2

Use 'efecto' to describe the effect or consequence of an action, medicine, or influence.

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consecuencia🔊B1

Choose 'consecuencia' when referring to the outcome that logically follows from a previous action or event, often implying a cause-and-effect relationship.

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producto🔊B1

Use 'producto' when the outcome is seen as the direct creation or consequence of specific actions, efforts, or circumstances.

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cosecha🔊B1

Use 'cosecha' metaphorically to describe the outcome or reward of hard work and effort, especially when it yields something valuable.

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resultasC1

Use 'resultas' (plural only) to refer to the official outcomes or conclusions of a process, like negotiations or investigations.

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parto🔊C1

Use 'parto' metaphorically to describe the final output or 'birth' of something that required a long, arduous process, like a book or a project.

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resultado

/reh-soo-TAH-doh//resuɫˈt̪aðo/

nounA2general
Use 'resultado' for the general outcome or score of an event, competition, or process.
A small, brown terracotta pot sitting on a light surface. A single, very large, vibrant red flower with green leaves has successfully bloomed from the pot, symbolizing a positive outcome.

Examples

¿Cuál fue el resultado del partido anoche?

What was the score of the game last night?

Necesitamos un resultado más positivo para la reunión.

We need a more positive outcome for the meeting.

Los científicos publicaron los resultados de su experimento.

The scientists published the results of their experiment.

Masculine Gender

Since 'resultado' ends in '-o', it is a masculine noun. Always use 'el' or 'un' before it, like 'El resultado es claro' (The result is clear).

Using 'la' instead of 'el'

Mistake: “La resultado fue sorprendente.”

Correction: El resultado fue sorprendente. (Remember the pattern: most nouns ending in -o are masculine.)

efecto

eh-FEK-toh/eˈfekto/

nounA2general
Use 'efecto' to describe the effect or consequence of an action, medicine, or influence.
A single domino falls, knocking over a small flower pot.

Examples

La medicina ya hizo efecto en mí.

The medicine already had an effect on me.

El aumento de precios es un efecto de la escasez.

The price increase is a result of the shortage.

Using 'Efecto' in Phrases

A very common phrase is 'hacer efecto' (to take effect/to work), used often with medicine or advice.

Confusing 'Efecto' and 'Afecto'

Mistake: “Using 'afecto' when you mean 'effect'.”

Correction: 'Afecto' means affection or fondness. 'Efecto' is the consequence or result. 'El clima me afectó' (The weather affected me).

consecuencia

/kon-seh-KWEN-syah//konseˈkwensja/

nounB1general
Choose 'consecuencia' when referring to the outcome that logically follows from a previous action or event, often implying a cause-and-effect relationship.
A row of colorful dominoes falling down one by one after the first one was pushed.

Examples

Toda acción tiene una consecuencia.

Every action has a consequence.

Llegué tarde como consecuencia del tráfico.

I arrived late as a result of the traffic.

Debes asumir las consecuencias de tus decisiones.

You must accept the consequences of your decisions.

Feminine Noun

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

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.

producto

proh-DOOK-toh/pɾoˈðukto/

nounB1general
Use 'producto' when the outcome is seen as the direct creation or consequence of specific actions, efforts, or circumstances.
A small, newly planted seed growing into a tall, vibrant green plant with leaves, illustrating the concept of a result or outcome.

Examples

Su tristeza es producto de la soledad que siente.

His sadness is the result of the loneliness he feels.

El escándalo fue producto de una investigación periodística.

The scandal was the consequence of a journalistic investigation.

Figurative Use

When used this way, 'producto' often follows the verb 'ser' (to be) to explain the origin or cause of something abstract.

cosecha

koh-SEH-cha/koˈsetʃa/

nounB1figurative
Use 'cosecha' metaphorically to describe the outcome or reward of hard work and effort, especially when it yields something valuable.
A close-up view of perfect, ripe dark purple grapes hanging heavily on a green vine in a vineyard, representing a specific vintage year.

Examples

Este es un excelente vino de la cosecha de 2015.

This is an excellent wine from the 2015 vintage.

Su arduo trabajo dio una gran cosecha de éxitos.

His hard work produced a great yield of successes (or: a lot of success).

Figurative Use

When used figuratively, 'cosecha' means the positive results or rewards that come after a period of effort, similar to how a farmer gets crops after months of work.

resultas

nounC1formal
Use 'resultas' (plural only) to refer to the official outcomes or conclusions of a process, like negotiations or investigations.

Examples

Las resultas de las negociaciones no fueron anunciadas.

The results of the negotiations were not announced.

parto

PAR-toh/ˈpaɾ.to/

nounC1figurative
Use 'parto' metaphorically to describe the final output or 'birth' of something that required a long, arduous process, like a book or a project.
A person wiping sweat from their brow while proudly looking at a large, intricate, newly completed wooden sculpture, symbolizing a product resulting from great effort.

Examples

Ese libro, el parto de diez años de investigación, fue un éxito rotundo.

That book, the product of ten years of research, was a resounding success.

La nueva ley es el parto de un difícil consenso político.

The new law is the result of a difficult political consensus.

Metaphorical Use

This meaning uses the idea of physical delivery (parto) to describe the difficult and significant process of creating something abstract, like a major project or artwork.

Resultado vs. Consecuencia

Learners often confuse 'resultado' and 'consecuencia'. Remember that 'resultado' is a neutral term for any outcome, like a game's score. 'Consecuencia' implies a more direct link to a cause, often with a sense of inevitability or judgment.

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