adj. 潜在的,有可能的;[语法学]可能语气的,表示可能性的;有能力的;
n. 潜力,潜能;[物]电位,势能;潜能的事物;[语]可能语气;
potent能力,动力+ial...的→由“能力”引申为“潜力” → 潜力
🗣️ 情景例句
Hi. Michelle,
嗨, Michelle,
How long could the buyer expect your product to last?
购买者期望你们产品的使用期是多久呢?
These attracted many visitors, for they were not only of great architectural interest, but contained a large number of beautifully preserved frescoes as well.