Proverbs 16:21
Thomson 1808
The wise and prudent are called crafty; and they who are sweet in discourse will be more listened to.
Brenton 1851
Men call the wise and understanding evil: but they that are pleasing in speech shall hear more.
Greek · Brenton
Τοὺς σοφοὺς καὶ συνετοὺς φαύλους καλοῦσιν, οἱ δὲ γλυκεῖς ἐν λόγῳ πλείονα ἀκούσονται.