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How to Say "results" in Spanish

The most common Spanish word for “results” is “resultados” — use 'resultados' for general outcomes, findings, or the outcome of a test or experiment.

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resultados

rresul-TAH-dohsre.sulˈt̪a.ðos

nounA2general
Use 'resultados' for general outcomes, findings, or the outcome of a test or experiment.
A smiling gardener stands next to a large garden blooming with colorful flowers, representing the positive results of their effort.

Examples

Necesitamos esperar los resultados del laboratorio antes de decidir.

We need to wait for the laboratory results before deciding.

Ella obtuvo excelentes resultados en su examen final.

She achieved excellent scores (results) on her final exam.

Los resultados de las elecciones se anunciarán a medianoche.

The election outcomes (results) will be announced at midnight.

It's Plural and Masculine

This word is the plural form of 'el resultado' (the result). Because it is masculine, any describing words (adjectives or articles) must also be plural and masculine: los buenos resultados.

Confusing Noun and Verb

Mistake: “Using 'resultados' when you mean the action of resulting, e.g., 'El experimento resultados bien.'”

Correction: Use the verb 'resultar' instead: 'El experimento *resultó* bien' (The experiment turned out well).

efectos

eh-FEK-tohseˈfektos

nounA2general
Use 'efectos' to describe the general effects or impacts something has, often on a person or situation.
A tiny brown seed lying on the ground next to a massive, brightly colored green tree that grew from it, illustrating cause and effect.

Examples

Los efectos del café me duran todo el día.

The effects of the coffee last me all day.

Estudiaron los efectos del cambio climático en la costa.

They studied the effects of climate change on the coast.

La decisión tendrá efectos importantes en el futuro de la empresa.

The decision will have important effects on the future of the company.

Masculine Plural Noun

Remember that 'efecto' is a masculine word, so it always takes the masculine plural article 'los' (los efectos) and masculine plural adjectives.

Confusing 'efectos' and 'afectos'

Mistake: “Using 'afectos' when you mean 'results'.”

Correction: 'Afectos' means 'affections' or 'feelings'. Use 'efectos' for consequences or results.

consecuencias

kon-seh-KWEN-see-askonseˈkwensjas

nounB1general
Use 'consecuencias' when referring to the outcomes of actions or decisions, especially when implying good or bad repercussions.
A simple illustration showing a red domino tipping over and making contact with a blue domino, symbolizing cause and effect or a chain reaction.

Examples

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.

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).

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).

productos

proh-DOOK-tohspɾoˈðukt̪os

nounB1general
Use 'productos' to refer to the tangible or intangible outcomes or outputs of a specific process, like research or manufacturing.
A single, perfectly formed, ripe red apple hanging from a green branch, symbolizing the successful result or outcome of a process.

Examples

Los productos de la investigación fueron sorprendentes.

The results of the investigation were surprising.

Esos errores son los productos de una mala planificación.

Those mistakes are the consequences of poor planning.

El producto de su esfuerzo se notó en sus notas.

The result of his effort was noticeable in his grades. (Note: often used in singular 'producto' for this meaning)

Figurative Use

In this context, 'productos' acts like 'results' or 'outcomes.' It often follows a preposition like 'de' (of) to show what caused the result: 'los productos de la lluvia' (the results of the rain).

números

nounB2formal
Use 'números' specifically for financial or economic reports, like sales figures or performance data.

Examples

Los números de ventas de este trimestre son muy prometedores.

The sales figures for this quarter are very promising.

General vs. Specific Outcomes

The most common confusion is between 'resultados' and 'consecuencias'. Use 'resultados' for neutral findings or outcomes (like test results), while 'consecuencias' implies repercussions, often with a moral or causal link to an action.

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