die Konsequenz
Translation
consequence, result, consistency
Examples
Jede Handlung hat eine Konsequenz.
Every action has a consequence.
Er muss die Konsequenzen tragen.
He has to bear the consequences.
Sie arbeitet mit großer Konsequenz.
She works with great consistency.
Grammar Patterns
die Konsequenzen aus et3 ziehen to draw the consequences from sth. He drew the consequences from his mistake.
Konsequenzen für j-n/et4 haben to have consequences for sb./sth. This will have consequences for you.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Folge, Auswirkung; Antonyms (for consistency): Inkonsequenz
Etymology
From Latin 'consequentia' (a following), from 'consequi' (to follow closely).
Memory Tips
A cognate of the English 'consequence'. Think of it as what 'follows' an action. This helps remember both meanings: 'result' and 'logical consistency'.