## listening ear ##

"person who is willing to listen" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-synecdoche]])

## Speaking a well-chosen word, is like patterns of gold ... ##

chosen word, is like patterns of gold ...** - These two things are being compared because they both are pleasant. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])

## Like a gold ring or jewelry ... is a wise rebuke ... ##

These two things are being compared because they are both cherished and priceless. (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-simile]])