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

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

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

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

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

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