Parting is such sweet sorrow

1. A line from the play Romeo and Juliet, by William Shakespeare; Juliet is saying good night to Romeo. Their sorrowful parting is also “sweet” because it makes them think about the next time they will see each other.

Example Sentences

“Ah, parting is such sweet sorrow. She transferred to Mrs. Garrett’s class.”

From Literature

Parting is such sweet sorrow — but at least we know Loki will be back for another season.

From Los Angeles Times

“Good night! Good night! Parting is such sweet sorrow!”

From Washington Post

Parting is such sweet sorrow, to quote Kenneth Bran—I mean the Bard.

From Slate

“Parting is such sweet sorrow,” she said.

From Reuters