Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He that spareth his words hath knowledge; And he that is of a cool spirit is a man of understanding.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He who has knowledge says little: and he who has a calm spirit is a man of good sense.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

He that hath knowledge spareth his words; and a man of understanding is of a cool spirit.

World English Bible (WEB)

He who spares his words has knowledge. He who is even tempered is a man of understanding.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

One acquainted with knowledge is sparing his words, And the cool of temper `is' a man of understanding.