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How do you say the great one in other languages?

"The Great One" is a nickname often used for Wayne Gretzky, the legendary hockey player. It's a bit tricky to translate directly, as it's more of a phrase than a literal term. Here are some options, depending on the language and context:

Direct Translations:

* Spanish: El Grande (formal), El Gran (informal)

* French: Le Grand (formal), Le Grand (informal)

* German: Der Große (formal), Der Grosse (informal)

* Italian: Il Grande (formal), Il Grande (informal)

Equivalent Phrases:

* Russian: Великий (Velikiy), meaning "great"

* Chinese: 传奇 (Chuánqí), meaning "legend"

* Japanese: レジェンド (Rejendo), meaning "legend"

* Korean: 전설 (Jeonseol), meaning "legend"

Contextual Translations:

* You might also use a phrase that highlights Wayne Gretzky's specific accomplishments, like "the best hockey player ever" or "the greatest hockey player of all time" in the target language.

Ultimately, the best way to translate "The Great One" depends on the specific context and the desired level of formality.

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