conséquence
A result or effect of an action or condition. It is often used to discuss the outcome of a specific event or trend.
Examples
3 of 5Si tu ne manges pas, la conséquence est la fatigue.
If you don't eat, the consequence is fatigue.
Nous devons évaluer chaque conséquence possible.
We must evaluate every possible consequence.
C'est quoi la conséquence si on rate le train ?
What's the consequence if we miss the train?
Synonyms
Word Family
Memory Tip
Matches the English word 'consequence' almost perfectly.
Quick Quiz
L'augmentation des prix est une ___ de l'inflation.
Correct!
The correct answer is: conséquence
Examples
Si tu ne manges pas, la conséquence est la fatigue.
everydayIf you don't eat, the consequence is fatigue.
Nous devons évaluer chaque conséquence possible.
formalWe must evaluate every possible consequence.
C'est quoi la conséquence si on rate le train ?
informalWhat's the consequence if we miss the train?
Cette théorie a une conséquence majeure sur la physique.
academicThis theory has a major consequence on physics.
La conséquence financière sera immédiate.
businessThe financial consequence will be immediate.
Synonyms
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
par voie de conséquence
as a result
de peu de conséquence
of little importance
assumer les conséquences
to take responsibility for the consequences
Often Confused With
In French, 'conséquent' can mean 'consistent' or 'significant', which differs from its English meaning.
Usage Notes
Often used with the preposition 'de' to describe the source of the result.
Common Mistakes
Spelling it with 'a' instead of 'e' (consequence vs conséquence).
Memory Tip
Matches the English word 'consequence' almost perfectly.
Word Origin
From Latin 'consequentia', from 'consequi' meaning 'to follow'.
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
L'augmentation des prix est une ___ de l'inflation.
Correct!
The correct answer is: conséquence
Related Phrases
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augmentation
B1The action or process of making or becoming greater in size, amount, or status.
efficace
B1Achieving maximum productivity with minimum wasted effort or expense. Something that produces the desired result.
impact
B1The action of one object coming forcibly into contact with another, or a marked effect or influence.
principalement
B1For the most part; mainly. Used to highlight the most important element of a group or reason.
ressource
B1A stock or supply of money, materials, staff, and other assets that can be drawn on by a person or organization in order to function effectively.
solution
B1A means of solving a problem or dealing with a difficult situation; or a liquid mixture in which the minor component is uniformly distributed within the major component.
tendance
B1A general direction in which something is developing or changing; or a fashion or style.
varier
B1To differ in size, amount, degree, or nature from something else of the same general class; or to change from one condition/form to another.
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