main consequence

[/meɪn ˈkɒnsɪkwəns/]
noun phrasepl: main consequences
principal consequência
1. The most important or significant result or effect that follows from an action, decision, or event
The main consequence of the policy change was a significant increase in employment.
A principal consequência da mudança de política foi um aumento significativo no emprego.
2. The primary outcome or repercussion of a particular situation or circumstance
The main consequence of the accident was the closure of the highway for three days.
A principal consequência do acidente foi o fechamento da rodovia por três dias.
This phrase is used similarly in both American English and Brazilian Portuguese contexts, particularly in formal, academic, legal, and business communications. In Brazilian Portuguese, 'consequência' is a standard term, while Americans might colloquially say 'the big result' or 'what happened because of it' in casual speech. The phrase maintains its formal tone across both cultures.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
primary consequencemain effectprincipal resultmajor outcomechief repercussion
Antonyms / Antônimos
minor consequencesecondary effectinsignificant resultnegligible outcome

Regional Variations

General Brazilian Portuguese
principal consequência
Most common and widely used across Brazil
São Paulo
principal consequência / consequência maior
Both forms are commonly used in business and formal contexts
Rio de Janeiro
principal consequência
Standard usage in both formal and informal contexts
Portugal
principal consequência / consequência primária
Both acceptable; European Portuguese may prefer slightly different word order

Related Words

consequenceresulteffectoutcomerepercussionimplication

Related Idioms & Phrases

as a consequence
in consequence
take the consequences
face the consequences
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