# Better is an open rebuke

The abstract noun "rebuke" can be expressed with the verb "rebuke." Alternate translation: "It is better to be openly rebuked" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])

# than hidden love

"than love that is not openly shown." The abstract noun "love" can be translated as a verbal phrase. Alternate translation: "than to be loved secretly" (See: [[rc://en/ta/man/translate/figs-abstractnouns]])