Five of Cups: tarot card meaning
- loss
- regret
- grief
- forgiveness
- hope
The Five of Cups is the card of loss and regret. Three cups are spilled, but two are still standing. Grief is natural, but it is time to also see what you still have.
What does Five of Cups mean upright?
Upright, the Five of Cups means disappointment, a breakup or dwelling on what went wrong. Give yourself permission to grieve, but don't stay there forever. Something valuable is still beside you.
Five of Cups reversed: what does it mean?
Reversed, the Five of Cups means healing, forgiveness and looking ahead. You are starting to let go of the past and find new strength. The hardest part is already behind you.
Five of Cups in love and relationships
In love, the Five of Cups means heartache, a breakup or regret about a past relationship. Give your feelings time. Your heart will be able to love again when it is ready.
Five of Cups in career and work
In career, the Five of Cups means failure or disappointment, such as a rejection or a project that fell through. Learn from it and look at the opportunities that are still open.
Five of Cups in money and finances
With money, the Five of Cups means a loss or regret over a financial decision. Don't punish yourself. Make a recovery plan and focus on what you still have.
Five of Cups: yes or no?
No Not now. The Five of Cups suggests closing the past before starting something new.
The card's advice
Mourn what was lost, then turn around and see the two cups that are still full.