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feminine

/kɔ̃.se.kɑ̃s/

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Translation

consequence, result

Word origin

From Latin consequentia, from consequi ('to follow closely, to result from'), formed from con- ('with') and sequi ('to follow'). The same Latin verb sequi lies behind English 'sequence' and 'second'.

Origin
Latin
Root
consequentia
English cognates
consequence, sequence, second

Grammar

Genderfeminine
Pluralconséquences

Examples

Cette l'.

This decision will have serious consequences for the company.

, aujourd'hui .

He lied, and today he is suffering the consequences.

, reportée .

Consequently, the meeting is postponed until Tuesday.

.

This small delay is of no consequence.

sécheresse .

The consequences of the drought are still being felt.

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This word is part of lesson 38.