Definition
潜能 (qián néng) refers to latent or hidden capability that can be developed, often a person's innate potential. It is very close to 潜力 (qián lì), but 潜能 emphasizes the untapped, inherent nature (like 'potential energy'), while 潜力 is more general and everyday. Unlike 能力 (néng lì), which is already demonstrated ability, 潜能 is yet to be realized.
noun
potentiallatent capability
Examples
- 潜能。Měi gè háizi dōu yōngyǒu wúxiàn de qián néng.Every child possesses unlimited potential.
- ，潜能。Zhǐyào nǔlì, nǐ de qián néng jiù huì zhǎnxiàn chūlái.As long as you work hard, your potential will show itself.
- 潜能。Zhège xùnliàn néng bāngzhù yuángōng wājué qián néng.This training can help employees tap into their potential.
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