Latent or Potential
These words describe something that exists but is not yet visible or active.
potential / capability
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Water (氵) hides or moves secretly beneath the surface, like a person (朁) diving unseen into the depths.
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Common patterns, words, and short phrases that show how 潜 works in context.
These words describe something that exists but is not yet visible or active.
potential / capability
These words relate to being under water or moving under water.
HSK words that contain this character.
exert a subtle influence on somebody's character
Real-world example sentences demonstrating how 潜 is used in context
He likes to go diving during holidays.
go under water; dive; ground water
The subconscious influences our decisions.
This child has great potential.