A phrase used to express the potential of something or someone, predicting that if things continue as they are, they will turn out very well. It's like saying 'If it matures as it looks'.
Examples
- Spanish: Este chico tiene talento para el fútbol, si madura como pinta, será un gran jugador.
- English: This boy has talent for football, if he matures as it seems, he will be a great player.