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consequence

Character Composition


Characters

Pinyin

hou4guo3 • hòuguǒ

Meaning


Primary

consequence

Alternatives

consequences, aftermath

Hint

Usually refers to an undesirable or harmful outcome.

Mnemonic


A 后果 consequence is the 果 fruit that comes 后 after an action.

Usage


你 想过 这样 做 的 后果 吗?

Have you thought about the consequences of doing this?

这 次 错误 造成 了 严重 的 后果。

This mistake caused serious consequences.

他 必须 承担 自己 行为 的 后果。

He must bear the consequences of his own actions.