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How do you spell few in Gaelic?

There isn't one single Gaelic word that translates directly to "few" as English uses it, encompassing both a small number and a small *proportion*. The best translation depends on the context. You'd need to consider:

* What kind of things are few? (countable or uncountable)

* How few are they? (a couple, a handful, barely any)

Here are some possibilities, depending on the nuance you want to convey:

* beagán: This means "a little," "a few," or "some." It's the closest general equivalent and works for both countable and uncountable nouns. It implies a small amount, but not necessarily a tiny or insignificant one.

* cuid bheag: This translates to "a small number" or "a small part," and is suitable for countable nouns.

* For very few, you might use an-bheag (very small/little) or a phrase like níos lú ná mar a bheadh súil agat (less than you'd expect).

To get the most accurate translation, you need to provide the sentence or context in which you want to use "few."

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