lead to句中的谓语多是静态、客观的一件事或物,同时被引起的通常是消极的事故或方面，而且多用于描述已经发生的过去的事件。而result in句中的谓语多是一个动态的动作或计划，而宾语(即被引起的事情)无严格的消极与积极之分，而且多用于描述客观的可能性和对未来的预测。
英 [riˈzʌlt in] 美 [rɪˈzʌlt ɪn]
引起，导致，以…为结局;落得;致使
1、The government has been extremely reluctant to expedite investigations that might result in his trial
当局极不情愿推进调查，因为其结果可能会让他接受审判。
2、Fatigue and stress quickly result in a dull complexion and a furrowed brow.
疲劳和压力会很快导致肤色暗淡无光、额头出现皱纹。
3、Warren also allows that capitalist development may, in its early stages, result in increased social inequality.
沃伦也承认资本主义发展初级阶段可能会导致社会不平等现象加剧。
4、The deal is expected to result in similar tie-ups between big media companies and telecommunications operators.
这笔交易可能促成大型传媒公司和电信运营商结成类似的联营关系。
英 [li:d tu:] 美 [lid tu]
导致;把…带到;领到;（道路）通向
1、A lack of prudence may lead to financial problems.
不够谨慎可能会导致财政上出现问题。
2、This can lead to bodily weakness and muscle wastage.
这样可能会导致身体虚弱和肌肉萎缩。
3、I'm bound to say that it seems to me this is certain to lead to violence.
我不得不说，在我看来这肯定会引发暴力事件。
4、Politicians say it could lead to a dissolution of parliament.
政客们说这可能会导致议会解散。