How to Pronounce "consequences"
word
/ˈkɑnsəˌkwɛnsəz/
KAHN-suh-kwen-siz
/kˈɒnsɪkwənsɪz/
KON-si-kwuhn-siz
Definition
Consequences are the results or effects of an action, decision, or event. They can be good, bad, or simply what happens next because of something.
IPA Transcription
American English
/ˈkɑnsəˌkwɛnsəz/
British English
/kˈɒnsɪkwənsɪz/
Simplified Pronunciation
US
KAHN-suh-kwen-siz
UK
KON-si-kwuhn-siz
Listen in Context
Every action has consequences.
He did not think about the consequences of lying.
The storm had serious consequences for the town.
If you keep skipping class, you'll have to deal with the consequences.