Jewish Publication Society of America Version (JPS1917) - Ecclesiastes 7:3 >

Vexation is better than laughter; for by the sadness of the countenance the heart may be gladdened.

King James Version (KJV) - Ecclesiastes 7:3 >

Sorrow [is] better than laughter: for by the sadness of the countenance the heart is made better.

Berean Study Bible (BSB) - Ecclesiastes 7:3 >

Sorrow is better than laughter, for a sad countenance is good for the heart.