Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

American Standard Version (ASV)

A soft answer turneth away wrath; But a grievous word stirreth up anger.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

By a soft answer wrath is turned away, but a bitter word is a cause of angry feelings.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

A soft answer turneth away fury; but a grievous word stirreth up anger.

World English Bible (WEB)

A gentle answer turns away wrath, But a harsh word stirs up anger.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A soft answer turneth back fury, And a grievous word raiseth up anger.