das Nachspiel
Translation
aftermath, consequences, postlude
Examples
Der Streit hatte ein unangenehmes Nachspiel.
The argument had an unpleasant aftermath.
Das Nachspiel der Orgel war sehr feierlich.
The organ postlude was very solemn.
Grammar Patterns
to have an aftermath The argument had an unpleasant aftermath.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Folge (consequence), Konsequenz (consequence); Antonyms: Vorspiel (prelude)
Etymology
From 'nach-' (after) + 'Spiel' (game, play). Literally an 'after-play', referring to what happens after the main event.
Memory Tips
Think of the 'game' (Spiel) being over, and now you have to deal with what comes 'after' (nach) – the consequences.