Refers to latent ability, capacity, or possibility, often in business, sports, or personal development contexts. Similar to English 'potential' but used as a noun.
彼はまだポテンシャルを十分に発揮していない。
He hasn't fully realized his potential yet.
この地域には大きな経済的ポテンシャルがある。
This region has great economic potential.
He still lacks experience, but his potential is high.
The coach drew out the athlete's potential.
This technology holds great hidden potential.
The new employee showed their potential soon after joining the company.
vector potential
potential energy