Translation guide
The final outcome or consequence of a process, action, or series of events.
Expressing the ultimate result of something, often after a process or series of events.
The most common and neutral word for 'result' or 'outcome'. Can be used in almost any context.
結果 (kekka) is a neutral 'result', while 成果 (seika) implies a positive achievement or fruit of labor. Use 成果 when you want to emphasize a successful outcome.
The result of the experiment was a failure.
努力の結果が出た。
The end result of my efforts showed.
As a result of the discussion, the plan was canceled.
Literally 'final result', emphasizing the very end of a process. Common in formal or technical contexts.
The final results will be announced next week.
Refers to the ending or conclusion of a story, event, or situation. Often used for narrative outcomes.
The end result of that movie was surprising.
Focuses on the positive results or achievements, often from effort or work. Implies a successful outcome.
The end results of the project were recognized.
An idiomatic phrase meaning 'in the end' or 'after all', often with a negative connotation. Used to describe an undesirable final outcome after a long process.
After all that hesitation, the end result was that he bought nothing.
The end results of years of research bore fruit.