latent
Translation
latent, dormant, hidden, underlying
Examples
Es gibt eine latente Gefahr.
There is a latent danger.
Sein Talent blieb lange latent.
His talent remained latent for a long time.
Grammar Patterns
to be latent ... ist latent The danger is latent.
a latent ((sth.)) ... eine latente ((et4)) There is a latent threat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verborgen, schlummernd; Antonyms: manifest, offensichtlich
Etymology
From Latin 'latens' (lying hidden). It's an international word used in many languages.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'latent' fingerprint at a crime scene. It's there, but hidden until it's revealed.