A day without laughter is a day wasted. — Charlie Chaplin | Printable Wall Art

“A day without laughter is a day wasted.”

Words by Charlie Chaplin (1889-1977) — Silent-film actor, director, and composer.

About this quote

This line suggests that joy and humour are essential to a good life, rather than mere extras. It reminds us that no matter how difficult or busy a day might be, finding a moment to smile gives it value. To go through twenty-four hours without lightheartedness is to let time slip away unappreciated.

Though widely attributed to silent-film star Charlie Chaplin, similar sentiments appear in earlier literature, including the writings of French author Nicolas Chamfort. It became a popular modern maxim celebrated across film culture and print.

People often hang this print in kitchens or hallways to start each day with a warm, gentle reminder.

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An instant digital download. Choose your design and size at checkout — 19 typographic designs and 8 print sizes are available for this quote.

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Designs available

Atelier Serif · Quiet Garamond · Studio Left · Gallery Rule · Midnight Serif · Editorial Left Serif · Modern Sans Calm · Letterpress Caps · Poster Condensed · Script Whisper · Manuscript Italic · Asymmetric Left · Minimal Unsigned · Charcoal Sans · Gallery Frame · Soft Serif Right · Statement Serif · Night Script · Tracked Caps Unsigned

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