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Tarot Card Meanings in Love

What does each card mean in a love reading? Here are the cards that show up most in relationship questions.

Illustration: Tarot Card Meanings in Love

Major Arcana in Love

CardLove meaning
The LoversDeep mutual connection, an important choice in love
The EmpressNurturing, affectionate love
The HierophantCommitment, tradition, marriage
The StarHope and healing after heartbreak
The SunJoy, warmth and a happy relationship
The MoonConfusion, mixed signals, hidden feelings
The TowerSudden change or revelation
DeathAn ending that makes room for something new
The DevilStrong attraction, unhealthy attachment
JudgementSecond chances, a past love returning

Cups: The Suit of Love

CardLove meaning
Ace of CupsNew love, emotional beginning
Two of CupsMutual attraction, partnership
Ten of CupsLasting happiness, family
Knight of CupsRomantic gestures, someone falling for you
Three of CupsCelebration, but sometimes a third party

Cards as Feelings

When you ask how someone feels, Cups usually point to emotion, Wands to passion, Swords to overthinking and Pentacles to practical commitment. See our feelings reading.

Reversed Cards in Love

A reversed card often points to blocked, delayed or internal energy. A reversed Two of Cups can suggest imbalance or miscommunication; a reversed Lovers can point to values that don't align.

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