Minor Arcana · 5
Five of Cups
聖杯五
Upright Meaning
The Five of Cups shows a cloaked figure mourning over three spilled cups, while two upright cups stand behind them, unnoticed. This card represents grief, loss, and focusing on what went wrong rather than what remains. It suggests a period of mourning and disappointment, but reminds you that not all is lost—there are still opportunities for emotional recovery.
Reversed Meaning
When reversed, the Five of Cups indicates moving on from grief, acceptance, and finding hope again. You are beginning to notice the two standing cups—the opportunities and blessings that remain. It suggests healing from past disappointments.
Love Meaning
In love readings, the Five of Cups suggests heartbreak, loss, or disappointment in love. You may be mourning a ended relationship or dwelling on past romantic failures. The card encourages looking at what positive aspects remain.
Is Five of Cups a Yes or No?
"The Five of Cups says NO—grief and disappointment overshadow the situation, but hope remains."
NO
Relationship questions
NO
Work & finance
YES
When card is inverted
Frequently Asked Questions
The Five of Cups shows a cloaked figure mourning over three spilled cups, while two upright cups stand behind them, unnoticed. This card represents grief, loss, and focusing on what went wrong rather than what remains. It suggests a period of mourning and disappointment, but reminds you that not all is lost—there are still opportunities for emotional recovery.
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