Cool MateMeaning of Ensue
to happen after or as a result of another event
In simple words: to happen as a result of something
Ensue in a sentence
- An argument ensued.
- The riot police swooped in and chaos ensued.
How to use Ensue
Use this word in neutral contexts, often in formal writing or speech. It's not suitable for casual conversation. For example, you would use it describing consequences of events in a report or academic setting.
Grammar pattern
ensue + from + cause
Memory hint
Sounds like 'in shoe' — picture something bad happening because you stepped in something unpleasant.
Related words
Ensue appears in
Ensue in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
يتبع
يحدث كنتيجة لشيء ما
- Bengaliবাংলা
ঘটে যাওয়া
কোনো কিছুর ফলস্বরূপ ঘটা
- GermanDeutsch
sich ergeben
passiert als Ergebnis von etwas
- SpanishEspañol
sobrevenir, resultar
que ocurra como resultado de algo
- Persianفارسی
پیامد، نتیجه
به عنوان نتیجهای از چیزی اتفاق افتادن
- FrenchFrançais
s'ensuivre
se produire en conséquence de quelque chose
- Hindiहिन्दी
परिणाम होना
किसी चीज़ के परिणामस्वरूप होना
- ItalianItaliano
Seguire, Derivare, Conseguire
accadere come risultato di qualcosa
- PortuguesePortuguês
Acontecer depois
acontecer como resultado de algo
- RussianРусский
Последовать
произойти как результат чего-либо
- Urduاردو
واقع شدن، پیش آمدن
کسی چیز کے نتیجے میں ہونا
- Chinese中文
发生, 接着发生
作为某事的结果而发生
More words like Ensue
- Follow
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
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Frequently asked questions about Ensue
What does Ensue mean?
to happen as a result of something
What is the definition of Ensue?
to happen after or as a result of another event
How do you use Ensue in a sentence?
An argument ensued.
Can you give another example of Ensue?
The riot police swooped in and chaos ensued.
What are synonyms for Ensue?
Common alternatives include follow.
What is the opposite of Ensue?
Opposite meanings include prevent, cease, stop.
What words go with Ensue?
It commonly pairs with consequences ensue, problems ensue, chaos ensues.
What are common mistakes when using Ensue?
Confused with 'pursue' in terms of meaning. Incorrectly used without an explicit cause. Mispronounced; emphasis on the wrong syllable.
How do you pronounce Ensue?
US: /["/ɪnˈsuː/","/ɪnˈsuːz/","/ɪnˈsuːd/","/ɪnˈsuːɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈsjuː/","/ɪnˈsjuːz/","/ɪnˈsjuːd/","/ɪnˈsjuːɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Ensue?
Use this word in neutral contexts, often in formal writing or speech. It's not suitable for casual conversation. For example, you would use it describing consequences of events in a report or academic setting.
What CEFR level is Ensue?
"Ensue" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.