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    Potencialmente (en. Potentially)

    /pote̞n̪θjalˈmente/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adverb
    It refers to something that has the capacity to happen or develop.
    The project is potentially beneficial for the community.
    El proyecto es potencialmente beneficioso para la comunidad.
    Indicates a possibility that has not yet materialized.
    Potentially, this could change the market.
    Potencialmente, esto podría cambiar el mercado.
    It is used to describe a risk or an opportunity that could materialize.
    Investors are conducting potentially critical studies for their next move.
    Los inversores están realizando estudios potencialmente críticos para su próximo movimiento.

    Etymology

    It comes from the Latin 'potentia' which means 'power' and the suffix 'mente' which indicates manner or mode.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    potentially dangerous
    That has the possibility of being dangerous.
    potencialmente peligroso
    potentially useful
    That can be useful in some situations.
    potencialmente útil
    potentially valuable
    That has potential value that has not yet been realized.
    potencialmente valioso

    Related Words

    potential
    The capacity something has to develop or become.
    potencial
    power
    The capacity of a body to perform work or generate force.
    potencia
    to enhance
    To increase the intensity or scope of something.
    potenciar

    Slang Meanings

    Possibility.
    That is potentially a great hit.
    Eso es potencialmente un gran hit.
    Chance or bet.
    It is a potentially risky investment.
    Es una inversión potencialmente arriesgada.