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What is the Gaelic word for quiet?

There isn't one single perfect translation for "quiet" in Gaelic, as the best word depends on the nuance you want to convey. Here are a few options, with slightly different meanings:

* Sàmhach: This is probably the closest general equivalent to "quiet" meaning peaceful and still.

* Ciúin: This implies a gentle quiet, a stillness, perhaps even a hushed silence.

* Socair: This suggests a calm and tranquil quiet.

The best word to use will depend on the context.

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