No. 11,091 in French
potentielle
"Potentielle" in English means "potential."
In a sentence
Elle est une candidate potentielle pour le poste.
She is a potential candidate for the position.
The word 'potentielle' here is an adjective modifying 'candidate', indicating possibility or likelihood.
La potentielle réussite de ce projet dépend de nombreux facteurs.
The potential success of this project depends on many factors.
In this sentence, 'potentielle' is used to describe 'réussite', highlighting the possibility or feasibility of success.
Enfin, ils ont trouvé une solution potentielle à leur problème.
Finally, they found a potential solution to their problem.
Here, 'potentielle' characterizes 'solution', suggesting that the solution is one that could work but is not yet confirmed or definitive.
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