Translation guide
The English word 'results' can refer to outcomes, findings, scores, or consequences. This guide covers natural Japanese expressions for each meaning, from everyday conversation to formal reports.
Referring to what happened as a result of an action or event, often in a general sense.
The most common and versatile word for 'result' or 'outcome'. Used in both casual and formal contexts.
試験の結果はどうだった？
How were the exam results?
努力の結果が出た。
The results of my efforts showed.
Emphasizes positive results or achievements, often from effort or work. Common in business and project contexts.
プロジェクトの成果を報告します。
I will report the results of the project.
Refers to the end result or conclusion of a story, event, or process. Often used for dramatic or narrative endings.
事件の結末は意外だった。
The outcome of the incident was surprising.
Specifically referring to grades, marks, or scores from exams or assessments.
The standard word for academic results, grades, or performance records.
今学期の成績は良かった。
My results this semester were good.
Refers to numerical scores or points on a test. More concrete than 成績.
Data, conclusions, or discoveries from scientific research, surveys, or investigations.
Also used for research findings. Often appears as 研究結果 (research results) or 調査結果 (survey results).
実験の結果を分析する。
Analyze the results of the experiment.
Formal term for findings or observations, often used in medical or official reports.
The final score or outcome of a game, match, or competition.
General term for sports results. Can be used for both scores and win/loss outcomes.
試合の結果は引き分けだった。
The result of the match was a draw.
Loanword for 'score', used specifically for numerical results in sports or games.
Expressing that something happened because of a previous action or situation.
Means 'as a result' or 'consequently'. Used to connect cause and effect in both speech and writing.
猛練習した。その結果、優勝した。
I practiced hard. As a result, I won the championship.
More formal equivalent of その結果, often used in written or formal speech.
結果として、計画は中止になった。
As a result, the plan was canceled.
結果 is a neutral term for any result or outcome. 成果 emphasizes positive achievements or fruits of labor, often used in business contexts to highlight successful results.
結果は失敗だった。
The result was a failure.
大きな成果を上げた。
We achieved great results.
When talking about school grades or report cards, 成績 is much more natural than 結果. Using 結果 might sound like you're referring to a single exam outcome rather than overall performance.
選挙の結果は意外だった。
The results of the election were surprising.
検査の結果を待っています。
We are waiting for the test results.
彼女の努力が良い結果を生んだ。
Her hard work produced good results.
テストの点数を教えて。
Tell me your test results (score).
According to the doctor's findings, there were no abnormalities.
The final score was 3 to 1.