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How do you write The Silver Fox in Irish Gaelic?

There isn't a single, perfect translation for "The Silver Fox" in Irish Gaelic because it depends on the nuance you want to convey. The word "fox" is *sionnach* (shin-ach). "Silver" can be translated in a few ways, depending on whether you mean the colour of its fur or are using "silver" metaphorically (e.g., referring to someone clever and cunning).

Here are a few options:

* An Sionnach Airgid: This is a literal translation, meaning "The Silver Fox." It's straightforward and widely understood.

* An Sionnach Liath: This translates to "The Grey Fox," which might be a more accurate description of a fox's fur color than "silver."

* An Sionnach Sleamhain: This translates to "The Sly Fox," emphasizing the cunning aspect often associated with the term "silver fox." This is a better choice if "silver fox" is used metaphorically to describe a person.

* A Seán na gCeann Liath: This is a more poetic and idiomatic option that might be used for an older, silver-haired person, essentially meaning "John of the Grey Hairs."

The best option depends on the context. If you're talking about an actual fox with silvery fur, *An Sionnach Airgid* or *An Sionnach Liath* are good choices. If you're referring to a cunning person, *An Sionnach Sleamhain* or even *A Seán na gCeann Liath* (depending on gender and desired level of formality) might be more appropriate.

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