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L'argento della vecchiaia

The silver of old age

Literal Translation

"The silver of old age"

What it means

The grey hair that comes with age, seen as distinguished and honourable.

Example in context

"I capelli bianchi sono l'argento della vecchiaia, non vergognartene."

"White hair is the silver of old age, don't be ashamed of it."

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