Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

He that goeth about as a talebearer revealeth secrets: therefore meddle not with him that flattereth with his lips.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He that goeth about as a tale-bearer revealeth secrets; Therefore company not with him that openeth wide his lips.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He who goes about talking of the business of others gives away secrets: so have nothing to do with him whose lips are open wide.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

He that goeth about talebearing revealeth secrets; therefore meddle not with him that openeth his lips.

World English Bible (WEB)

He who goes about as a tale-bearer reveals secrets; Therefore don't keep company with him who opens wide his lips.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

A revealer of secret counsels is the busybody, And for a deceiver `with' his lips make not thyself surety.