consequence in Chinese
consequence in Chinese is 後果 — consequence means a result or effect that follows from an action or cause.
consequence in Chinese
後果
Pronounced: hòu guǒ
An effect; something that follows a cause as a result.
What does "consequence" mean?
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noun A result or effect that follows from an action or cause.
"The flooding was a consequence of the heavy rain overnight."
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noun Importance or significance.
"It is a matter of little consequence which route we take."
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verb To impose a specific penalty or negative outcome on someone, especially a child, for misbehaviour.
"The school consequences pupils who skip lessons by keeping them in at break."
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consequence in a sentence
- The flooding was a consequence of the heavy rain overnight.
- Losing his job was a direct consequence of missing so many deadlines.
- It is a matter of little consequence which route we take.
- Nothing of consequence was discussed at the meeting.
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What is "consequence" in Chinese?
"consequence" in Chinese is 後果. consequence means: A result or effect that follows from an action or cause.
How do you pronounce 後果?
"consequence" in Chinese is 後果, pronounced "hòu guǒ".
How do you use "consequence" in a sentence?
Example: "The flooding was a consequence of the heavy rain overnight." In Chinese, "consequence" is 後果.
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