Two of Cups: Tarot Card Meaning

Meaning of the Two of Cups card upright

A man and a woman exchange cups, and above them rises the caduceus with a winged lion's head. This is the card of mutual feeling and an equal partnership, in love as well as in business. It speaks of respect, of balance between giving and taking, and of a bond that strengthens both.

Two of Cups reversed

• discord
• imbalance in a couple
• a quarrel

Reversed, the card points to disagreement, an imbalance where one gives more than the other, or a break in a partnership. Talk openly about expectations before resentment builds.

Two of Cups in love and relationships

In love it is mutual attraction, a happy meeting and a relationship with understanding. Reversed, a quarrel, cooling or a one-sided feeling.

Two of Cups in work and finances

At work this is a successful partnership, a beneficial agreement or a good working pair. Reversed, a break with a partner or an unfair division of duties.

Symbolism of the Two of Cups card

The two cups are mutual giving. The caduceus is the union of opposites and healing. The lion's head is passion that must be held in check by respect.

Two of Cups in a yes or no reading

In yes or no spreads, Two of Cups upright reads as “maybe” and reversed as “maybe”. The answer comes from the general meaning of the card (union, reciprocity), so always take the wording of the question and the neighbouring cards into account. Try a yes or no reading.