What is the Spanish word for "potential"?

Learn how to say "potential" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

potential

Spanish

potencial

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Alternative translations of "potential"

posibilidad
capacidad
potencia
futuro

Examples of how to use "potential" in Spanish

English
This new discovery has great potential.
Spanish
Este nuevo descubrimiento tiene un gran potencial.
English
She has the potential to become a leader.
Spanish
Ella tiene el potencial de convertirse en líder.
English
The battery has potential to last longer.
Spanish
La batería tiene el potencial de durar más tiempo.
English
They discussed the potential problems and solutions.
Spanish
Discutieron los posibles problemas y soluciones.
English
I see potential in your painting skills.
Spanish
Veo potencial en tus habilidades para pintar.

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