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Proverbs 16:21

King James Version (KJV)

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

Translations

Proverbs 16:21 - Amplified Bible

The wise in heart are called prudent, understanding, {and} knowing, and winsome speech increases learning [in both speaker and listener].

Proverbs 16:21 - American Standard Version

The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

Proverbs 16:21 - Bible in Basic English

The wise-hearted will be named men of good sense: and by pleasing words learning is increased.

Proverbs 16:21 - Darby Bible

The wise in heart is called intelligent, and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

Proverbs 16:21 - English Standard Version

The wise of heart is called discerning, and sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness.

Proverbs 16:21 - King James Version

The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.

Proverbs 16:21 - La Biblia de las Americas

El sabio de corazòn será llamado prudente,
y la dulzura de palabras aumenta la persuasiòn.

Proverbs 16:21 - The Message

A wise person gets known for insight;
   gracious words add to one’s reputation.

 

Proverbs 16:21 - New American Standard Bible

The wise in heart will be called understanding, And sweetness of speech increases persuasiveness.

Proverbs 16:21 - Nueva Biblia Latinoamericana de Hoy

El sabio de corazòn será llamado prudente,
Y la dulzura de palabras aumenta la persuasiòn.

Proverbs 16:21 - World English Bible

The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.

Proverbs 16:21 - Young's Living Translation

To the wise in heart is called, `Intelligent,` And sweetness of lips increaseth learning.

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