結果

Pattern visualization

Examples

1. 試験の結果が出ました。▶ —
   The exam results have come out.
2. 努力の結果、合格しました。▶ —
   As a result of my effort, I passed.

Collocations

Mnemonic

結果 kekka — 結 (to tie, to bear) + 果 (fruit). Literally "the fruit that has formed" — what comes out after something ends — a result. It pairs naturally with 原因 (gen-in, cause). Both kanji use on-yomi.

Quick check

1. Which word pairs with 結果 as cause and effect?

   • 原因 (gen-in, cause)
   • 方法 (houhou, method)
   • 目的 (mokuteki, purpose)
   • 理由 (riyuu, reason)