释放发展潜力

You usually use this phrase when talking about big-picture growth. You can use it as a verb phrase. For example, 'We need to 释放 the 潜力 of this new technology.' It sounds very proactive and visionary. It is like saying, 'Let's stop playing small and show what we can really do.'

This is a superstar phrase in professional settings. Use it during business presentations to impress your boss. It works great when discussing economic trends or urban planning. You can also use it in a more personal way. If a friend is talented but shy, tell them they need to 释放 their 潜力. It sounds encouraging and sophisticated.

Do not use this for tiny, everyday tasks. You would not 'release the development potential' of a cup of coffee. It sounds a bit too 'corporate' for a first date or a casual chat about the weather. If you use it while buying vegetables at the market, the vendor might think you are a confused politician. Keep it for things that actually have room for significant growth.

In modern China, this phrase is everywhere. It reflects the nation's focus on rapid economic progress and innovation. You will hear it constantly in news reports and government speeches. It captures the 'can-do' spirit of the last few decades. It is the linguistic equivalent of a 'level up' in a video game.

You might also hear 挖掘潜力 (wājué qiánlì), which means 'digging for potential.' While 释放 is about letting it out, 挖掘 is about finding it first. Another one is 激发潜力 (jīfā qiánlì), which means 'stimulating' or 'sparking' potential. Use 释放 when the potential is already known but just needs to be set free.