その結果【そのけっか】

その結果 (literally "that result") is a conjunctive phrase meaning "as a result" or "consequently." It is used to connect a preceding action, event, or situation with the outcome or result that followed. It functions as a transition between two sentences or clauses, where the first part describes a cause or action and the second part describes the resulting outcome.

Basic usage

そのけっか結果 typically appears at the beginning of a new sentence or clause, referring back to something previously stated.

Positive and negative outcomes

その結果 can introduce both positive and negative outcomes – it is neutral in tone and simply states what happened as a consequence.

Formality

その結果 is used in both written and spoken Japanese, though it carries a somewhat formal tone. It is frequently found in news reports, essays, presentations, and formal explanations. In casual conversation, speakers might use だから or それで instead to express a similar meaning, though these lack the emphasis on "result" that その結果 provides.

Difference from similar expressions

• そのため – "because of that" – emphasizes the reason, whereas その結果 emphasizes the outcome.
• したがって – "therefore" – more formal and logical, often used in academic or official writing.
• それで – "and so" – more casual and conversational.