have the makings of something

have the makings of (something)

To seem skilled or likely enough to become something. With a voice like that, Alice has the makings of a famous singer.
See also: have, making, of
Farlex Dictionary of Idioms.

have the ˈmakings of something

(of a person) have the necessary qualities or character to become something: She’s got the makings of a good tennis player, but she needs to practise much harder.
See also: have, making, of, something
Farlex Partner Idioms Dictionary
See also:
  • have the makings of
  • have the makings of (something)
  • make good as
  • make good as (something)
  • one jump ahead
  • one jump ahead of someone/something
  • one move ahead
  • one move ahead of (someone or something)
  • one step ahead
  • a/one step ahead