How to Say ‘Have potential’ in Simplified Chinese
很有发展
hěn yǒu fā zhǎn
[hun yoh fah jahn]
💬 Usage Tip: [有发展] is a set phrase for 'has prospects' or 'has potential,' especially for careers, industries, or markets. The [很] here often just makes the judgment sound natural: [这个方向很有发展].
Phrase Breakdown
很
hěn
[hun]
very
An adverb used to modify adjectives or descriptive phrases, often meaning very.
这个岗位很有发展潜力。
This position has a lot of development potential.
有
yǒu
[yoh]
to have
Used here to express possession of potential, opportunity, or room for growth.
这家公司有很好的晋升机会。
This company has very good promotion opportunities.
发展
fā zhǎn
[fah jahn]
development; growth
Refers to progress, growth, or future career prospects in a role or industry.
我觉得新能源行业很有发展。
I think the new energy industry has strong growth potential.
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