just consequence
[/dʒʌst ˈkɑːnsɪkwəns/]
noun phrasepl: just consequences
consequência justa
1. A fair, deserved, or appropriate result or outcome that follows logically from a preceding action or situation
The athlete's hard work was a just consequence of years of dedication to the sport.
O sucesso do atleta foi uma consequência justa de anos de dedicação ao esporte.
2. A penalty or result that is morally or legally appropriate given the circumstances
Losing his job was seen as a just consequence of his dishonest behavior.
Perder seu emprego foi visto como uma consequência justa de seu comportamento desonesto.
This phrase is commonly used in both legal and moral discourse in English-speaking and Portuguese-speaking cultures. It reflects the concept of proportional justice and accountability, appearing frequently in legal decisions, philosophical discussions, and everyday moral judgments about cause and effect.
Look up more words on Fala2Me
The free English-Portuguese dictionary with real Brazilian accents, NYC slang, conjugator and more
Open Fala2Me →