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potential in French

potential in French is potentiel, possibilité — potential means an ability or quality that hasn't yet been developed or shown.

potential in French

potentiel
adj
Existing in possibility, not in actuality.
potentiel
noun
A currently unrealized ability (with the most common adposition being to).
possibilité
noun
A currently unrealized ability (with the most common adposition being to).

What does "potential" mean?

  1. noun An ability or quality that hasn't yet been developed or shown.
    "The coach saw real potential in the young player."
  2. adj Possible, but not yet actual or certain.
    "They discussed several potential locations for the new office."

potential in a sentence

  • The coach saw real potential in the young player.
  • This idea has the potential to change the whole industry.
  • They discussed several potential locations for the new office.

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Common French translations

Frequently asked questions

What is "potential" in French?

"potential" in French is potentiel, possibilité. potential means: An ability or quality that hasn't yet been developed or shown.

How do you use "potential" in a sentence?

Example: "The coach saw real potential in the young player." In French, "potential" is potentiel, possibilité.

Are there other ways to say "potential" in French?

Yes — French has 2 translations listed for "potential": potentiel, possibilité.

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