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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 a process, event, or competition.

resultado🔊A2

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

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efecto🔊A2

Use 'efecto' to refer to the effect or impact something has, often used for medicines or changes.

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consecuencia🔊B1

Use 'consecuencia' to emphasize the outcome as a direct result or repercussion of a prior action or event.

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producto🔊B1

Use 'producto' when the outcome is seen as something produced or generated by a specific cause or situation.

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fruto🔊B1

Use 'fruto' to describe the positive outcome or reward stemming from hard work, effort, or a process.

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cosecha🔊B1

Use 'cosecha' metaphorically to refer to the outcome or yield of a particular period's effort, often related to crops or vintages.

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resultasC1

Use 'resultas' (plural) to refer to the official outcomes or consequences of something, like a negotiation or an investigation.

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parto🔊C1

Use 'parto' metaphorically to describe the outcome of a very long, arduous, or complex process, emphasizing the difficulty of its creation.

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resultado

reh-soo-TAH-dohresuɫˈt̪aðo

nounA2
Use 'resultado' for the general outcome or score of a process, event, or competition.
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-toheˈfekto

nounA2
Use 'efecto' to refer to the effect or impact something has, often used for medicines or changes.
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-syahkonseˈkwensja

nounB1
Use 'consecuencia' to emphasize the outcome as a direct result or repercussion of a prior action or event.
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-tohpɾoˈðukto

nounB1
Use 'producto' when the outcome is seen as something produced or generated by a specific cause or situation.
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.

fruto

froo-tohˈfɾuto

nounB1
Use 'fruto' to describe the positive outcome or reward stemming from hard work, effort, or a process.
A full basket of harvested golden wheat sitting in a sunny field.

Examples

Este éxito es el fruto de muchos años de esfuerzo.

This success is the result of many years of effort.

Por fin estamos viendo los frutos de nuestro trabajo.

We are finally seeing the rewards of our work.

Sus ideas no dieron fruto y el proyecto falló.

His ideas didn't bear fruit and the project failed.

Abstract usage

When used for results, it can be singular (the general concept) or plural (specific successes).

Verbs that go with it

We often use 'dar' (to give) or 'recoger' (to collect/reap) with this meaning of the word.

Using 'resultado' for everything

Mistake: “El resultado de mi trabajo es bueno.”

Correction: El fruto de mi trabajo es bueno. (While 'resultado' is okay, 'fruto' sounds more natural and poetic when talking about rewards for hard work.)

cosecha

koh-SEH-chakoˈsetʃa

nounB1
Use 'cosecha' metaphorically to refer to the outcome or yield of a particular period's effort, often related to crops or vintages.
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) to refer to the official outcomes or consequences of something, like a negotiation or an investigation.

Examples

Las resultas de las negociaciones no fueron anunciadas.

The results of the negotiations were not announced.

parto

PAR-tohˈpaɾ.to

nounC1figurative
Use 'parto' metaphorically to describe the outcome of a very long, arduous, or complex process, emphasizing the difficulty of its creation.
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

The most common confusion is between 'resultado' and 'consecuencia'. Use 'resultado' for a neutral outcome or score, like a game's result. Use 'consecuencia' when you want to emphasize that the outcome is a direct reaction or repercussion of a specific action.

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