shared joy is double joy
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Meaning · English
Having company enhances the pleasure of good times.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Standing shoulder- to- shoulder regularly with other men strengthens our listening skills, increases our ability to be present and open, and helps us work through some of our issues— qualities that also tremendously enhance intimacy with our partner. An old tribal proverb remembers that shared joy i
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “shared joy is double joy” mean?
Having company enhances the pleasure of good times.
Is “shared joy is double joy” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.