Meaning of the word "better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all" in English

What does "better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all

US /ˈbetər tu həv lʌvd ənd lɔst ðæn ˈnevər tu həv lʌvd ət ɔl/
UK /ˈbetə tu həv lʌvd ənd lɒst ðæn ˈnevə tu həv lʌvd ət ɔːl/
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Idiom

it is better to experience the pain of losing love than to never experience love at all

Example:
Even though they broke up, he believes it's better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.
She comforted her friend by saying, 'Remember, it's better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all.'