Cool MateMeaning of Potentially
used to say that something may develop into something
In simple words: It means something might happen or could be true.
Potentially in a sentence
- a potentially dangerous situation
How to use Potentially
Use 'potentially' when discussing possibilities or probabilities. It's suitable for both spoken and written English but may feel too formal in casual conversations.
Grammar pattern
standalone adverb
Memory hint
Think of 'potential' and 'tentially' — it’s all about possibilities!
Related words
Collocations with Potentially
- potentially dangerous
- potentially useful
- potentially harmful
- potentially beneficial
- potentially effective
Synonyms for Potentially
- possibly (1)
Opposites of Potentially
Common mistakes with Potentially
- Using 'potentially' in place of 'actually'
- Confusing 'potentially' with 'probably'
- Overusing 'potentially' in informal speech
Potentially appears in
Potentially in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
من المحتمل
يعني أن شيئًا ما قد يحدث أو قد يكون صحيحًا.
- Bengaliবাংলা
সম্ভবত
এর মানে হল কিছু ঘটতে পারে বা সত্য হতে পারে।
- GermanDeutsch
Potenziell
Es bedeutet, dass etwas passieren könnte oder wahr sein könnte.
- SpanishEspañol
Potencialmente
Significa que algo podría suceder o ser verdad.
- Persianفارسی
احتمالاً، بالقوه
یعنی ممکنه یه اتفاقی بیفته یا چیزی درست باشه.
- FrenchFrançais
Potentially
Ça veut dire que quelque chose pourrait arriver ou être vrai.
- Hindiहिन्दी
संभावित रूप से
इसका मतलब है कि कुछ हो सकता है या सच हो सकता है।
- ItalianItaliano
Potenzialmente
Significa che qualcosa potrebbe accadere o essere vero.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Potentially
Significa que algo pode acontecer ou ser verdade.
- RussianРусский
Potentially
Это значит, что что-то может случиться или быть правдой.
- Urduاردو
ممکن ہے
اس کا مطلب ہے کہ کچھ ہو سکتا ہے یا سچ ہو سکتا ہے۔
- Chinese中文
Potentially
意思是某事可能会发生或可能是真的。
More words like Potentially
- AbolishC1
To formally put an end to a system, practice, or institution.
- AbortionC1
the deliberate ending of a pregnancy at an early stage
- AbsenceC1
the fact of somebody being away from a place where they are usually expected to be; the occasion or period of time when somebody is away
- AbsentC1
not in a place because of illness, etc.
- AbsorbB2
To take in a liquid, gas, or other substances.
- AbstractB2
based on general ideas and not on any particular real person, thing or situation
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Frequently asked questions about Potentially
What does Potentially mean?
It means something might happen or could be true.
What is the definition of Potentially?
used to say that something may develop into something
How do you use Potentially in a sentence?
a potentially dangerous situation
What are synonyms for Potentially?
Common alternatives include possibly (1).
What is the opposite of Potentially?
Opposite meanings include definitely, certainly.
What words go with Potentially?
It commonly pairs with potentially dangerous, potentially useful, potentially harmful, potentially beneficial, potentially effective.
What are common mistakes when using Potentially?
Using 'potentially' in place of 'actually' Confusing 'potentially' with 'probably' Overusing 'potentially' in informal speech
How do you pronounce Potentially?
US: /["/pəˈtenʃəli/"]/, UK: /["/pəˈtenʃəli/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Potentially?
Use 'potentially' when discussing possibilities or probabilities. It's suitable for both spoken and written English but may feel too formal in casual conversations.
What CEFR level is Potentially?
"Potentially" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.