Berean Study Bible
A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger.

King James Bible
A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.

American Standard Version
A soft answer turneth away wrath; But a grievous word stirreth up anger.

Darby Bible Translation
A soft answer turneth away fury; but a grievous word stirreth up anger.

Douay-Rheims Bible
A mild answer breaketh wrath: but a harsh word stirreth up fury.

English Revised Version
A SOFT answer turneth away wrath: but a grievous word stirreth up anger.

Young's Literal Translation
A soft answer turneth back fury, And a grievous word raiseth up anger.