Minor arcana · Cups (Water)
Nine of Cups
A wish come true: satisfaction and contentment.
- Keywords
- Satisfaction · A wish fulfilled · Contentment · Gratitude · Pleasure
- Yes or no
- Yes
- Element
- Water
AdviceEnjoy it, and be grateful for what you have achieved.
What it means
A contented man, arms folded, sits in front of nine cups lined up behind him. It is known as the wish card: what you wanted is within reach. It speaks of pleasure, comfort and gratitude for what you have. It only asks that you do not mistake satisfaction for complacency.
In love
Happiness, shared pleasure and a wish that comes true.
At work and with money
Goals achieved, stability and satisfaction with what you do.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Nine of Cups mean in tarot?
A wish come true: satisfaction and contentment. Enjoy it, and be grateful for what you have achieved.
What does Nine of Cups mean in love?
Happiness, shared pleasure and a wish that comes true.
What does Nine of Cups mean for work?
Goals achieved, stability and satisfaction with what you do.
Is Nine of Cups a yes or a no?
In a yes or no question, Nine of Cups usually says yes. A wish come true: satisfaction and contentment.
The illustrations come from My Daily Oracle’s own deck, drawn with the help of AI from the symbolism of the Rider-Waite-Smith deck. Tarot is a tool for reflection and self-knowledge, not for predicting the future.
Other cards of Cups
Ace of CupsTwo of CupsThree of CupsFour of CupsFive of CupsSix of CupsSeven of CupsEight of CupsTen of CupsPage of CupsKnight of CupsQueen of CupsKing of Cups