Coffee Cup Reading Symbols & Their Meanings

Every shape left in the grounds tells part of your story. Use this A–Z dictionary to look up what the symbols in your Turkish coffee cup mean, where they sit in the cup, and how to read them together.

Animals

Bird

Good news and messages are on their way.

Snake

Beware of a hidden enemy or deceit.

Fish

Abundance, prosperity, and good fortune.

Dog

Loyal friends and faithful support.

Cat

Possible betrayal or a cunning acquaintance.

Butterfly

Positive transformation and lightness.

Horse

Victory, ambition, and forward momentum.

Nature

Mountain

Obstacles first, then great achievement.

Star

A wish granted and bright success ahead.

Tree

Growth, stability, and strong roots.

Moon / Crescent

A new beginning and intuition.

Sun

Success, happiness, and vitality.

Rose / Flower

Love, beauty, and a happy event.

Objects

Heart

Love, romance, and matters of the heart.

Ring

Marriage, engagement, or a lasting commitment.

Key

A solution, opportunity, or door opening.

House

Family, security, and stability.

Money / Coin

Financial gain and prosperity.

Shapes

Circle

Completion, reunion, and success.

Cross

An important decision or crossroads.

Line

A journey, path, or direct progress.

People

Eye

Protection and awareness against envy.

Letter / Initial

A message or a person by their initial.

Hand

Help and support arriving.