Potential/potɛnˈt͡si̯aːl/potential; possibilities; capability
Potential is a German noun that means potential, possibilities, or capability. It is pronounced /potɛnˈt͡si̯aːl/. As a noun it takes the article "das", with the plural form "Potentiale".
Definitions
1.the physical property describing the possibility of a certain effect (especially in physics or mathematics)(physics, mathematics, technical)
a.a measurable quantity that determines the ability to perform work, for example electrical or gravitational potential
Die Spannung an der Batterie wird als elektrisches Potential gemessen.—The voltage of the battery is measured as electrical potential.
2.the inherent ability or capacity for development, achievement, or use(general, abstract)
a.the possibility for growth, success, or development
Dieses Kind hat großes Potential.—This child has great potential.
Declension
Genderneuter
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | das Potential | die Potentiale |
| Genitive | des Potentials | der Potentiale |
| Dative | dem Potential | den Potentialen |
| Accusative | das Potential | die Potentiale |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Potential" mean in English?
- "Potential" means potential, possibilities, or capability. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Potential"?
- "Potential" is pronounced /potɛnˈt͡si̯aːl/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Potential" der, die, or das?
- "Potential" is a neuter noun, so it takes the article "das".
- What is the plural of "Potential"?
- The plural of "Potential" is "Potentiale".
- What part of speech is "Potential"?
- "Potential" is a noun in German.
