Other Translations

King James Version (KJV)

He that reproveth a scorner getteth to himself shame: and he that rebuketh a wicked man getteth himself a blot.

American Standard Version (ASV)

He that correcteth a scoffer getteth to himself reviling; And he that reproveth a wicked man `getteth' himself a blot.

Bible in Basic English (BBE)

He who gives teaching to a man of pride gets shame for himself; he who says sharp words to a sinner gets a bad name.

Darby English Bible (DBY)

He that instructeth a scorner getteth to himself shame; and he that reproveth a wicked [man] [getteth] to himself a blot.

World English Bible (WEB)

He who corrects a mocker invites insult. He who reproves a wicked man invites abuse.

Young's Literal Translation (YLT)

The instructor of a scorner Is receiving for it -- shame, And a reprover of the wicked -- his blemish.