Minor Arcana · Cups · 2
Two of Cups Tarot Card Meaning
- Arcana
- Minor Arcana
- Suit
- Cups
- Rank
- Two
- Element
- Water
- Yes or no
- Yes · Reversed: Maybe
Upright meaning
Connection · partnership · a good match
A relationship where hearts truly meet is forming. In love or in work, you find an equal partner.
Reversed meaning
Mismatch · unequal relationship · misunderstanding
Only one side is trying, or a small misunderstanding has pushed you apart. A heart-to-heart is needed.
In a yes-or-no reading
- UprightYesThe card says things are moving the way you hope.
- ReversedMaybeIt isn't settled yet. It could depend on conditions or timing.
What the suit means — Cups
Cups are the suit of water. They stand for emotions and love, relationships and the flow of the heart.
What the number means — Two
Two stands for balance, choice and cooperation between two sides.
The 14 Cups
- Ace of Cups
- Two of Cups
- Three of Cups
- Four of Cups
- Five of Cups
- Six of Cups
- Seven of Cups
- Eight of Cups
- Nine of Cups
- Ten of Cups
- Page of Cups
- Knight of Cups
- Queen of Cups
- King of Cups
Draw your own
Now that you know the card, think of one question and shuffle the deck yourself. Which of the 78 cards comes up is decided the moment you shuffle.
Meanings follow the widely used Rider–Waite tradition, and the pictures are simple designs drawn for this site. Please treat tarot as a light-hearted aid to reflection.