Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Proverbs 14:6:
- Kupsabiny: “If a person who despises things/words tries to seek for wisdom, he will not get it,
but he who understands, gets it quickly.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation) - Newari: “With a mocking attitude
one will never be able to find insight.
With sincere purpose,
one will find it easily.” (Source: Newari Back Translation) - Hiligaynon: “A man who mocks can- never obtain/possess wisdom even how hard he tries, but a man who has understanding can-learn easily.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
- Kankanaey: “It is difficult for a mocker to become-wise, but it is easy for the thinking-reflective-person to-become-intelligent/wise/skillful.” (Source: Kankanaey Back Translation)
- English: “Those who make fun of being wise will never become wise,
but those who understand what is right learn things easily.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
