complete verse (Proverbs 22:11)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Proverbs 22:11:

  • Kupsabiny: “If a person loves righteous/straight words and speaks words that soften people,
    then the king becomes his friend.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “One whose heart is good
    and who speaks gently
    can even be friends with the king.” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “A man who is sincere and gentle in speech will-become a friend of the king.” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Kankanaey: “The one whose thoughts are clean and whose words cause-happiness is a friend of the king.” (Source: Kankanaey Back Translation)
  • English: “If you always act sincerely and always speak kindly,
    the king will be your friend.” (Source: Translation for Translators)
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