Proverbs 17:27
He that hath knowledge spareth his words: and a man of understanding is of an excellent spirit.
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English Standard Version
Whoever restrains his words has knowledge, and he who has a cool spirit is a man of understanding.
New International Version
A man of knowledge uses words with restraint, and a man of understanding is even-tempered.
Catholic Public Domain Version
Whoever moderates his words is learned and prudent. And a man of learning has a precious spirit