结论 jiélùn conclusion
conclusion; verdict; to conclude; to reach a verdict
How to remember 结论: 结 tie up + 论 discuss = conclusion.
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How it is used
- A conclusion / verdict - 得出结论 (déchū jiélùn) reach a conclusion; 下结论 draw a conclusion.
- The final judgment after reasoning or investigation. Pairs with 得出、下、做. Contrast 结果 (jiéguǒ, the result/outcome): 结论 is the reasoned judgment, not the mere outcome.
Example sentences
- 你们怎么得出这个结论的？ Nǐmen zěnme déchū zhège jiélùn de?How do you come to that conclusion?