complete verse (Proverbs 20:6)

Following are a number of back-translations as well as a sample translation for translators of Proverbs 20:6:

  • Kupsabiny: “There are many people who say they can be trusted,
    but it is hard to find a person who has (the) truth.” (Source: Kupsabiny Back Translation)
  • Newari: “Everyone claims that he is a trustworthy person.
    But can anyone find such a person?” (Source: Newari Back Translation)
  • Hiligaynon: “Many will-say that they are kind/good, but is there among them that can-be-trusted?” (Source: Hiligaynon Back Translation)
  • Kankanaey: “Many say they are trustworthy, but is-there anyone who is able-to-find a truly trustworthy person?” (Source: Kankanaey Back Translation)
  • English: “Many people proclaim that they can be trusted to do what they say that they will do,
    but it is very difficult to find someone who can really be trusted.” (Source: Translation for Translators)