King James Version (KJV) Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father: but he that keepeth company with harlots spendeth his substance.
American Standard Version (ASV) Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; But he that keepeth company with harlots wasteth `his' substance.
Bible in Basic English (BBE) A man who is a lover of wisdom is a joy to his father: but he who goes in the company of loose women is a waster of wealth.
Darby English Bible (DBY) Whoso loveth wisdom rejoiceth his father; but he that is a companion of harlots destroyeth [his] substance.
World English Bible (WEB) Whoever loves wisdom brings joy to his father; But a companion of prostitutes squanders his wealth.
Young's Literal Translation (YLT) A man loving wisdom rejoiceth his father, And a friend of harlots destroyeth wealth.