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March 24, 2026
结果(結果)jiéguǒ(jie2guo3)
结果 (jiéguǒ) refers to the outcome or result of an action or situation. It is commonly used in both formal and informal contexts to discuss the consequences of decisions, events, or processes. The term can also imply a sense of conclusion, indicating what has come to pass after an event.
Frequency#473DifficultyMedium
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, outcomes are often viewed in the context of collective effort and harmony. The concept of 结果 can relate to the belief that hard work and patience lead to fruitful results, a sentiment echoed in traditional sayings.
Memory Tip
Imagine a fruit tree (果) that you have nurtured (结果) and finally bears fruit (result). The 'jié' sounds like 'jeep', which you might picture driving to your fruitful tree to harvest the results of your hard work.
Meanings of 结果
jiéguǒ(jie2guo3)
primary
1to bear fruit
2outcome
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About 结果
结果Simplified
結果Traditional
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连词连词conjunction (conj.)Part of Speech
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HSK 2.0L4HSK 3.0L4ElementaryTOCFLL2HSKKL1CEFRA1
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Quick Contrast
结果 (jiéguǒ) vs 结局 (jiéjú) — use 结果 for the outcome of an action, while 结局 refers specifically to the ending or conclusion of a story or event.
Memory Mnemonic
Imagine a fruit tree (果) that you have nurtured (结果) and finally bears fruit (result). The 'jié' sounds like 'jeep', which you might picture driving to your fruitful tree to harvest the results of your hard work.
Usage Notes
Be careful not to confuse 结果 with 结果是 (jiéguǒ shì), which means 'the result is'. It's commonly used in both spoken and written Chinese, often followed by a clause explaining the outcome. Ensure that you use the correct tone, as mispronouncing the tones can lead to misunderstanding.
HSK Study Tips
As an HSK Level 4 word, 结果 connects with other terms related to outcomes and conclusions, such as 发生 (fāshēng - to happen) and 影响 (yǐngxiǎng - to influence). Focus on using it in various sentences to understand its application better.
Cultural Note
In Chinese culture, outcomes are often viewed in the context of collective effort and harmony. The concept of 结果 can relate to the belief that hard work and patience lead to fruitful results, a sentiment echoed in traditional sayings.
Common Mistakes
Learners often mistakenly say 结果的 (jiéguǒ de) when they mean to refer to the result directly, which can sound awkward. Instead, simply use 结果 without the 的 when describing outcomes, e.g., '结果很不错' (The result is quite good).
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Grammar Patterns of 结果
结果 functions as a noun — it names a person, place, thing, or concept. Place it as a subject before the verb (主+谓) or as an object after the verb (谓+宾). Most Chinese nouns require a measure word between the number and the noun (e.g. 一个/三本). It carries 9 related meanings, each with its own usage notes below. The example sentences below show it in action, with practice buttons (Listen, Practice Writing, Practice Speaking) on every line.
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Cultural Notes for 结果
🏮Cultural insight
In Chinese culture, outcomes are often viewed in the context of collective effort and harmony. The concept of 结果 can relate to the belief that hard work and patience lead to fruitful results, a sentiment echoed in traditional sayings.
🌏Cross-cultural Insight
In Western cultures, the outcome often emphasizes individual achievement, while in Chinese culture, it is frequently tied to collective success and harmony within a group.
Frequently Asked Questions about 结果
You can use it as follows: '这个计划的结果是成功的' (The result of this plan is successful).
Yes, 结果 is commonly used in both contexts, though it may appear more frequently in formal writing.
The tones are: jié (2nd tone) and guǒ (3rd tone). Make sure to pronounce them correctly to convey the right meaning.
