結果（けっか） means as a result of; after ~; due to ~. It is a JLPT N3 grammar pattern used to state the outcome or consequence of an action or condition.
This grammar point often appears in neutral to formal Japanese. If you want to state a neutral, objective outcome or consequence, 結果（けっか） is a useful pattern to learn.
What does 結果（けっか） mean?
Use 結果（けっか） when you want to state the outcome or consequence of an action or condition.
Natural translations include:
- as a result of; after ~
- as a result of; after ~; due to ~
- as a result of; after
How to form 結果（けっか）
Verb plain / Noun + の + 結果 / Sentence + 結果
Examples of the pattern:
- 努力の結果
- 試験の結果
- 話し合った結果
When is 結果（けっか） used?
Use 結果（けっか） in situations like:
- reporting outcomes
- explaining consequences
- academic writing
Tone and register:
- neutral to formal
- Common in reporting outcomes, test questions, and written narratives
結果（けっか） example sentences
- 努力の結果、合格した。 \u2014 As a result of my efforts, I passed.
- 試験の結果は明日発表される。 \u2014 The test results will be announced tomorrow.
- 話し合った結果、やめることにした。 \u2014 As a result of our discussion, we decided to stop.
- 雨が降った結果、試合は中止になった。 \u2014 As a result of the rain, the match was cancelled.
- 彼の行動の結果、多くの人が助かった。 \u2014 As a result of his actions, many people were saved.
Nuance of 結果（けっか）
The key nuance is formal and objective; focuses on the logical connection between cause and outcome.
This matters because 〜結果 is neutral and fact-based. It is commonly used in reports, news, and academic contexts because it sounds objective..
For example:
- In reporting outcomes, it sounds natural and specific.
- Compared with せいで, it carries a different weight and implication.
結果（けっか） vs せいで
Both 結果（けっか） and せいで can express as a result of, but they are different.
結果（けっか）:
- neutral and objective; simply states a logical outcome without judgment
せいで:
- blames the preceding factor for a negative outcome; accusatory tone
Quick contrast examples:
- 雨のせいで、中止になった。 \u2014 Because of the rain, it was cancelled (negative blame).
- 雨の結果、中止になった。 \u2014 As a result of the rain, it was cancelled (neutral).
Common mistakes with 結果（けっか）
Watch out for these mistakes:
- Using it for negative outcomes where せいで or ために would be more natural
- Forgetting の after a noun before 結果
- Using it in casual conversation where だから or その結果 sounds stiff
Is 結果（けっか） on the JLPT?
Yes. 結果（けっか） is commonly taught as JLPT N3 grammar.
That means learners should be able to:
- recognize it in reading
- understand its nuance in context
- use it in simple original sentences
Practice questions for 結果（けっか）
Try making your own sentences with these prompts:
- Describe passing a test as a result of hard work.
- Say a meeting resulted in a decision.
- Explain that rain caused an event to be cancelled.
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