complete verse (Proverbs 14:6)

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)
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