A soft answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger. -ESV
A soft and gentle and thoughtful answer turns away wrath, But harsh and painful and careless words stir up anger. -AMP
A sensitive answer turns back wrath, but an offensive word stirs up anger. -CEB
A gentle response defuses anger, but a sharp tongue kindles a temper-fire. -MSG
A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger. -KJV