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潜力
qiánlì
Description
潜力是指一个人或事物还没有发挥出来的能力和可能性。
潜力 refers to the abilities and possibilities that a person or thing has not yet realized.
我们常说一个人很有潜力，意思是他将来可能会做得很好。
We often say someone has a lot of 潜力, meaning they may do very well in the future.
Meanings
潜力qiánlì
latent ability; potential not yet realized
这个孩子很有学习的潜力。
This child has great learning potential.
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Notes
- Etymology
潜 (hidden, latent) + 力 (power, ability) = hidden power.
- Nuance
潜力 stresses future possibility, while 能力 means current, actual ability.
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