Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

Excellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince.

American Standard Version (ASV)

Excellent speech becometh not a fool; Much less do lying lips a prince.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

Fair words are not to be looked for from a foolish man, much less are false lips in a ruler.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

Excellent speech becometh not a vile [man]; how much less do lying lips a noble!

World English Bible (WEB)

Arrogant speech isn't fitting for a fool, Much less do lying lips fit a prince.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

Not comely for a fool is a lip of excellency, Much less for a noble a lip of falsehood.