Symbolism
Three women dance in a circle, raising their cups high. Around them lie fruit and pumpkins, the harvest of a good season. Their dresses are different colors, but they move together. The card celebrates friendship, community and the joy of sharing life's good moments.
Three of Cups upright
The Three of Cups is a card of friendship and celebration. Spend time with the people who make you laugh and support you. Shared joy doubles, and good news is better when shared.
Three of Cups reversed
Reversed, the Three of Cups may point to gossip, tension within a group or too much partying. Or the opposite: feeling left out. Choose your company carefully.
Reversed keywords: isolation, gossip, overindulgence.
Three of Cups in love and relationships
A happy period, perhaps meeting someone through friends. Be careful with third parties in a relationship.
Three of Cups in love: feelings, reversed, yes or no →
Three of Cups at work and in your career
Teamwork, celebrating success and a good atmosphere.
Three of Cups and money
A reason to celebrate, but don't let the party empty your wallet.
Is Three of Cups a yes or no card?
Upright, the Three of Cups is a cheerful yes. Reversed it is a maybe: watch the influence of others.
Three of Cups in a spread
In the past position it points to where this began: friendship, shared joy and support from the people around you. That earlier chapter still colors the situation now.
In the present position it names the energy around you right now: friendship, celebration, community.
In the future position it shows where things are heading if nothing changes, and what you can do about it: gather your people and celebrate something, even something small.
The card’s advice
Gather your people and celebrate something, even something small.
Cups: Water: feelings, relationships and intuition.
Frequently asked questions
What does Three of Cups mean in tarot?
The Three of Cups is a card of friendship and celebration. Spend time with the people who make you laugh and support you. Shared joy doubles, and good news is better when shared.
Is Three of Cups a yes or no card?
Upright, the Three of Cups is a cheerful yes. Reversed it is a maybe: watch the influence of others.
What does Three of Cups reversed mean?
Reversed, the Three of Cups may point to gossip, tension within a group or too much partying. Or the opposite: feeling left out. Choose your company carefully.
What does Three of Cups mean in love?
A happy period, perhaps meeting someone through friends. Be careful with third parties in a relationship.