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Where are the Gaelic languages spoken?

Gaelic languages are spoken in a few different areas around the world:

In Europe:

* Ireland: Irish Gaelic (Gaeilge) is spoken by a significant minority, particularly in the Gaeltacht regions along the western coast.

* Scotland: Scottish Gaelic (Gàidhlig) is spoken by a smaller minority, primarily in the Highlands and islands.

* Isle of Man: Manx (Gaelg) is a critically endangered language with only a handful of fluent speakers.

In North America:

* Canada: Gaelic is spoken by a small community in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, where it is called "Cape Breton Gaelic" or "Canadian Gaelic."

Other:

* Australia: There are small communities of Gaelic speakers in Australia, primarily descended from Irish and Scottish immigrants.

* New Zealand: A similar situation exists in New Zealand, where there are small pockets of Gaelic speakers.

It's important to note that the number of Gaelic speakers is generally declining, with the exception of Ireland, where the language is experiencing a revival. However, there are active efforts to preserve and promote these languages in all of these areas.

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