Better is the churlishness of a man than a courteous woman, a woman, [I say], which bringeth shame and reproach.
WEB
Sirach 42:14
Better is the wickedness of a man than a pleasant woman, a woman who puts you to shame and disgrace.
Parallel Translations
Better is the churlishness of a man than a courteous woman, a woman, I say, which brings shame and reproach.
Better is the churlishness of a man than a courteous woman, a woman, I say, which bringeth shame and reproach.