Proverbs 16:21
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
In other versions
The wise in heart shall be called prudent; And the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
ASV
The wise-hearted will be named men of good sense: and by pleasing words learning is increased.
BBE
The wise in heart is called intelligent, and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
DBY
The wise in heart shall be called prudent. Pleasantness of the lips promotes instruction.
WEB
To the wise in heart is called, `Intelligent,' And sweetness of lips increaseth learning.
YLT
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increases learning.
ENG
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
WBT
The wise in heart are called discerning, and pleasant speech promotes instruction.
BSB
In context
19Better it is to be of an humble spirit with the lowly, than to divide the spoil with the proud.
20He that handleth a matter wisely shall find good: and whoso trusteth in the LORD, happy is he.
21The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
22Understanding is a wellspring of life unto him that hath it: but the instruction of fools is folly.
23The heart of the wise teacheth his mouth, and addeth learning to his lips.