- 前因后果 qiányīnhòuguǒ cause and effectcause and effects; the entire process of development
- 严重后果 yánzhònghòuguǒ grave consequencegrave consequence; serious repercussion
- 后果自负 hòuguǒzìfù bear the consequencesTo take responsibility for the consequences of one's actions; to have only oneself to blame if things go badly.