King James Version
Read in contextExcellent speech becometh not a fool: much less do lying lips a prince.
All translations
Proverbs 17:7
5 of 5 translations contain this numbered verse.
World English Bible
Read in contextArrogant speech isn't fitting for a fool, Much less do lying lips fit a prince.
American Standard Version
Read in contextExcellent speech becometh not a fool; Much less do lying lips a prince.
Young's Literal Translation
Read in contextNot comely for a fool is a lip of excellency, Much less for a noble a lip of falsehood.
Berean Standard Bible
Read in contextEloquent words are unfit for a fool; how much worse are lying lips to a ruler!