Consequence Meaning(定義、用法、例句與發音)

consequence

noun

快速理解

What does "Consequence" mean?What are 2-3 core uses of "Consequence"?

指某個行動或事件所導致的結果或影響,也指其重要性。

  1. 1

    結果、後果

    EN: The result or effect of an action or condition.

    翻譯: 某個行動或情況所產生的結果或影響。

  2. 2

    重要性

    EN: Importance or significance, as in "a matter of consequence".

    翻譯: 指事情的重要性或影響力,例如「事關重大」。

  3. 3

    邏輯結果

    EN: A logical conclusion or outcome that follows from a premise.

    翻譯: 從前提推導出的邏輯結論或必然結果。

小提醒:注意「consequence」常指負面或嚴重的後果,但也可指中性或重要的結果。片語「in consequence」和「as a consequence」意思相同,都表示「因此」。

發音(How to Pronounce "Consequence" in English

How to pronounce "Consequence" in English?"Consequence" US vs UK pronunciation

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Real-life Examples of "Consequence" from YouTube Videos

Ralph Langner: Cracking Stuxnet, a 21st-century cyber weapon

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That's the consequence that we have to face. So, unfortunately, the biggest number of targets for such attacks are not in the Middle East.

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Definitions(定義)

What are the definitions of "Consequence"?How does "Consequence" change by context?

1. a result or effect of an action or condition

(某行動或情況的)結果,後果

The heavy rain had the consequence of flooding the streets.

大雨造成的後果是街道淹水。

He didn't consider the consequences of his decision.

他沒有考慮自己決定的後果。

One consequence of the new policy was increased costs.

新政策的一個後果是成本增加了。

2. importance or significance

重要性

This is a matter of great consequence for our future.

這件事對我們的未來至關重要。

He is a person of little consequence in the organization.

他在組織裡是個無足輕重的人。

3. a logical conclusion or inference

推論,邏輯結論

From the evidence, we can draw the consequence that he was present.

從證據中,我們可以推論出他當時在場。

The logical consequence of your argument is that we should do nothing.

你論點的邏輯結論是我們應該什麼都不做。

Grammar & Patterns(句型)

What are common sentence patterns for "Consequence"?How to make natural sentences with "Consequence"?
PatternMeaningExample
consequence + of + noun...的後果The economic consequences of the war were severe. (戰爭的經濟後果非常嚴重。)
face/take/suffer + the consequences面對/承擔/承受後果He made a bad decision and now must face the consequences. (他做了錯誤的決定,現在必須面對後果。)
as a consequence (of something)作為(某事的)結果He was late as a consequence of the traffic jam. (由於塞車,他遲到了。)
in consequence (of something)由於(某事物)的緣故The bridge was damaged and, in consequence, was closed to traffic. (這座橋受損,因此禁止通行。)
of little/no consequence不重要/無關緊要The details are of little consequence to the overall plan. (這些細節對整體計畫無關緊要。)
a direct/inevitable/logical consequence一個直接/必然/合乎邏輯的結果His resignation was a direct consequence of the scandal. (他的辭職是那樁醜聞的直接結果。)

用法說明

How is "Consequence" different from similar structures?What usage mistakes are common with "Consequence"?

consequence of doing vs consequence to do

  • consequence of doing 是最常見且正確的結構,用於表示某個特定行為或事件所直接導致的結果。介系詞 of 後面接動名詞 (V-ing)。
  • consequence to do 在標準英語中是錯誤的,不應使用。consequence 後面不接不定詞 (to + V) 來表示結果。
  • 若要表達「為了做某事而產生的後果」,應使用 consequence of doing 或更明確的結構,如 the fact that you do something has consequences
  • 在正式或學術寫作中,consequence 常與 as a consequencein consequence 等片語連用,後面接 of + N/V-ing。 EN: Failing to submit the report had serious consequences for the project. 翻譯: 未能提交報告對專案造成了嚴重的後果。

EN:He had to face the consequences of breaking the rules.

翻譯:他必須面對違反規則的後果。

總結建議

使用 consequence of (doing) something 來表達「(做某事)的後果」,避免使用 consequence to do 的錯誤結構。

易混淆對比

What is the difference between "Consequence" and similar words?How to choose "Consequence" vs alternatives?

consequence vs result

「consequence」通常指由某個行動或決定所導致的後果,常帶有負面或邏輯推論的含義;而「result」則是一個中性詞,泛指任何行動、事件或過程所產生的直接結果或效果。

consequence vs outcome

「consequence」通常指特定原因所引發的後果,尤其指重要或負面的影響;「outcome」則更側重於一個過程、事件或活動的最終結果或結局,較為中性。

consequence vs effect

「consequence」通常指由行動或決定引發的後果,常帶有重要性或負面含義;「effect」則指一個原因所產生的直接影響或效果,更為中性且常用於科學或客觀描述。

口語用法

How is "Consequence" used in spoken English?What is the spoken vs formal difference for "Consequence"?

引述

在對話中,常用來引述或總結他人提到的後果,語氣較為隨意。 EN: So the consequence of missing the deadline is we lose the client? 翻譯: 所以錯過截止日期的後果就是我們會失去這個客戶?

EN:And what was the consequence of that decision?

翻譯:那這個決定帶來了什麼後果?

語氣強調

常與 "real", "serious", "big" 等形容詞連用,以強調後果的嚴重性或重要性。 EN: If you do that, there will be real consequences. 翻譯: 如果你那樣做,會帶來真正的後果。

EN:He didn't think about the serious consequences of his actions.

翻譯:他沒有考慮到他行為的嚴重後果。

停頓填充

在組織思緒或尋找合適詞語時,可用 "the consequence is..." 或 "as a consequence..." 作為短暫的填充語。 EN: We changed the plan, and as a consequence, we need more time. 翻譯: 我們改變了計畫,因此,我們需要更多時間。

EN:The consequence is... well, things got a lot more complicated.

翻譯:後果就是... 嗯,事情變得複雜多了。

正式寫作注意:在正式寫作中(如學術論文、報告),建議優先使用更精確的詞彙,如 "result", "outcome", "ramification",或使用更正式的連接詞 "therefore", "consequently" 來替代口語中較隨意的 "so the consequence is..." 結構。

常見短語

What common collocations use "Consequence"?What fixed phrases with "Consequence" should I remember?

face the consequences

verb + the consequences

承擔後果

as a consequence

prepositional phrase

因此,結果是

suffer the consequences

verb + the consequences

遭受後果

of no consequence

adjective phrase

無關緊要,不重要

inevitable consequence

adjective + consequence

不可避免的後果

take the consequences

verb + the consequences

承擔後果

serious consequences

adjective + consequence

嚴重的後果

常見錯誤

What are common mistakes with "Consequence"?Which "Consequence" sentences look correct but are wrong?

×He didn't study, and as a consequence, he failed the exam.

He didn't study, and as a result, he failed the exam.

雖然 'as a consequence' 在文法上正確,但在日常口語中較為正式且不常用。'As a result' 是更自然、更常見的連接詞。'Consequence' 通常用於更正式或強調負面結果的語境。

×One consequence of the new policy is employees are happier.

One consequence of the new policy is that employees are happier.

'Consequence' 後面接一個完整的子句時,通常需要連接詞 'that' 來引導名詞子句,作為主詞補語。省略 'that' 在非正式口語中可能被接受,但在正式寫作或清晰表達時應保留。

×If you break the rules, you must accept the consequence.

If you break the rules, you must accept the consequences.

'Consequence' 在表示因某行為而產生的(通常為負面的)結果時,幾乎總是使用複數形式 'consequences'。單數形式 'a consequence' 多用於指單一、特定的結果,但在『承擔後果』這個固定搭配中,複數形式是標準用法。

×The project's delay was a direct consequence from poor planning.

The project's delay was a direct consequence of poor planning.

表達『是...的後果』時,正確的介系詞是 'of',而不是 'from'。'Consequence' 與 'of' 搭配,表示因果關係。

×This decision is of no consequence; we can ignore it.

This decision is of no consequence; we can ignore it.

此句正確,但學習者常誤解 'of no consequence' 的意思。它不表示『沒有原因』,而是表示『不重要、無關緊要 (unimportant, insignificant)』。這是 'consequence' 表示『重要性』的用法,常與 'of great/little/no consequence' 等片語連用。

×He suffered the consequences after the accident.

He suffered the effects after the accident.

'Consequences' 通常指由某個行動、決定或事件邏輯上導致的結果(尤指負面的),強調因果鏈。對於事故直接造成的生理傷害或立即影響,更常使用 'effects', 'injuries', 或 'aftermath'。'Suffer the consequences' 通常用於因自己行為導致的後果。

詞形變化

What are the word forms of "Consequence"?What are tense/participle forms of "Consequence"?