16 Fools show their annoyance at once,

but the prudent overlook an insult.

16 A fool’s wrath is presently known:

But a prudent man covereth shame.

16 A fool is quick-tempered,

but a wise person stays calm when insulted.

16 A fool’s wrath is known at once,

But a prudent man covers shame.

16 Fools quickly show that they are upset,

but the wise ignore insults.

16 A fool’s vexation is presently known;

But a prudent man concealeth shame.

16 The vexation of the fool is presently known; but a prudent man covereth shame.

16 When a stubborn fool is irritated, he shows it immediately, 

but a sensible person hides the insult. 

16 A fool’s displeasure is known at once,

but whoever ignores an insult is sensible.

16 Fools show their anger at once,

but the prudent ignore an insult.

16 As for a fool, on that very day he makes his anger known,

but he who ignores an insult is prudent.

16 Foolish people are easily upset.

But wise people pay no attention to hurtful words.

16 A fool’s anger is known at once,

But a prudent man conceals dishonor.