Cup dream meaning is explained below using 25 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Ibn Seerin

(Drinking cup, Goblet, Mug) In a dream, a drinking cup represents a woman or a son or a servant. Golden or silver cups in a dream are better than glass cups.

A cup in a dream also denotes exposing hidden secrets.

A filled cup in a dream represents a pregnant woman, if the water disappears in the dream, it means that she will give birth to a new child.

A broken glass in a dream means death.

A broken glass in a dream also signifies the death of one’s wife.

If one sees himself carrying a glass of water, then if the glass falls and breaks, while the water remains in his hand in the dream, it means that his wife maydie soon after giving birth to a new son.

If the glass does not break and the water is spilled in the dream, it means that she will live and the newborn will die.

A cup in a dream also represents a housekeeper, or it could mean money.

The substance of a cup in a dream is interpreted the same way as that of a woman. Eating a glass cup in a dream means suffering adversities.

(Also see Drinking, Mug)

Source: Islamic Dream Interpretation Author: Ibn Seerin

Interpretation 2 — Zolar

lucky numbers: 04-15-16-28-31-40

breaking a: death of an enemy.

broken, a: your opponent would rather die than you have power over him.

chalice, drinking from a: you require others to suffer for you to gain pleasure.

china, a: expected appointment wil be delayed.

drinking from a: good times are coming.

gold: advancement in own affairs.

many drinking from a: your health depends upon its contents.

dropping to the floor: your newfound vitality wil be short-lived.

having an empty: spiritual consciousness wil fil it up.

elegant: fortune in love affairs.

overflowing, an: favorable, cheerful rule of the heart.

receiving a, as a gift: one you regard highly wil improve your life.

seeing a: a friendly visitor.

Source: Zolar’s Book of Dreams Numbers and Lucky Days Author: Zolar

Interpretation 3 — Dr. Mıchael Lennox

The purpose of a cup is to contain something, usually a liquid. Therefore, the meaning associated with this symbol connects to your ability to contain something that you desire. Since a cup is most often associated with a beverage, the thing you may need to contain could connect to the principle of self-care.

The state of a cup in a dream is a reflection of how well you are attending to this aspect of life.

The sharing of a cup is a powerful symbol of connection and unity and may be reflected in a dream as well.

Source: Complete Dictionary of Dreams Author: Dr. Mıchael Lennox

Interpretation 4 — Pamela Ball

1- The cup has much of the symbolism of the chalice, indicating a receptive state which accepts intuitive information.

An offering is being made which the dreamer would do well to identify. Often the feminine is offering an opportunity from the unconscious.

2- Intuitively, if we arc open to the more feminine side, we are able to both give and receive help and assistance.

3- The feminine awareness of the draught of life, immortality and plenty is intuitively and sensitively used.

Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 5 — Theresa Cheung

Receiving a cup is less about wish-fulfillment than about the symbolism of the chalice, indicating a receptive state that encourages intuitive development and a go-with-the-flow approach to life. It may be encouraging you to be more open to the feminine side of your nature, and to give and receive in equal measure. A common dream among men is the presentation of the football cup, suggesting they feel as if they should be declared the ‘first among men’.
Source: The Element Encyclopedia Author: Theresa Cheung

Interpretation 6 — Martha Clarke

To dream of a cup is generally a sign that you will participate in a pleasant project that could bring you a lot of satisfaction. However, the interpretations vary based on the type of cup.

If it is a porcelain cup, you will enjoy peace and tranquility; but a plastic cup will bring economic difficulties, and the conflicts will torment you. A full cup is a sign of unexpected earnings; empty, of bad luck, and broken, of familial disagreements.

Source: The Big Dictionary of Dreams Author: Martha Clarke

Interpretation 7 — Ariadne Green

Holding out a cup. the receptacle of receiving, may represent the need to receive the fulfillment of your desire.

A coffee mug signifies that you are ready to communicate with someone important to you.

A plastic-coated party cup may point to your readiness to cxpenence joy and the celebration of life.

A broken or chipped cup may represent internal damage that makes it difficult to fulfill your desires.

Source: Ariadne's Book of Dream Author: Ariadne Green

Interpretation 8 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of a cup symbolizes your capacity to understand and hold a space of compassion and empathy for another’s feelings, views, and attitudes about abundance.

If your cup runneth over, then this dream symbolizes that you are thriving in prosperity.

If your cup is empty, then this dream either symbolizes that you are feeling empty or available to receive.

See Chalice.

Source: Strangest Dream Explanations Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 9 — Garuda

Vision: Seeing a cup: a friend will come to visit. Drinking from a cup: you will get together with another person, and something might develop from it.

A broken cup: you will break up with a friend or a loved one.

Depth Psychology: A cup might be a sign of your sexual needs or your need for friendly companionship.

See Container, Mug, Vessel.

Source: Dreamers Dictionary Author: Garuda

Interpretation 10 — Versatile - Anonymous

Gives gender-specific: To some extent the interpretation depends on what kind of cup is depicted.

An ordinary teacup or mug for instance focuses on mundane matters and – for a woman – her feelings about domestic concerns. In a man’s dream the emphasis is more likely to be on his feelings about his wife, family and happiness.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 11 — myjellybean

A full cup is a sure sign of increased prosperity, but an empty cup predicts low finances, so be prepared to watch your money carefully.

A decorated or fancy cup foretells that you can avoid social embarrassment by heeding the advice of a loyal friend.

Source: My Dream Interpretation Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 12 — Versatile - Anonymous

The feminine awareness of the draught of life, immortality and plenty is intuitively and sensitively used.

The cup has much of the symbolism of the chalice, indicating a receptive state which accepts intuitive information.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 13 — Versatile - Anonymous

Material aspects: An offering or opportunity is being offered in everyday matters which we would do well to identify. Often the feminine is offering an opportunity from the unconscious.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 14 — Versatile - Anonymous

Psychological / emotional perspective: If we are open to the more feminine side, we are able to both give and receive help and assistance.

The cup often signifies happiness or joy.

Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 15 — Klaus Vollmar

See Thirst. Refers to female virtues and emotions, and the needs of the soul.

See Pitcher, Chalice. According to psychoanalysis, a symbol of female sexuality.

See Mug, Beaker, Goblet.

Source: Little Giant Encyclopedia Author: Klaus Vollmar

Interpretation 16 — Cafer-i Sadik

interpreted upon 3 sides: woman & young girl & a [male] servant compliant to the house’s needs. As for the Jug, then it is interpreted by: woman or young girl.
Source: Islamic Dream - Cafer-i Sadik Author: Cafer-i Sadik

Interpretation 17 — Tyler Wolfe

To dream of sharing a cup with someone symbolizes shared beliefs or activities, 1 Cor. 10:21. A cup can also symbolize being used by God, Jer. 51:7
Source: Christian Dream Symbols Author: Tyler Wolfe

Interpretation 18 — Betty Bethards

Spiritual heart of self.

If overflowing you are attuned to divine love; if empty you are walling self off from love energy, life force within.

Source: The Dream Books Symbols Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 19 — Tony Crisp

Offering oneself; a woman offering herself and sexual­ity; a receptive state of being which can receive intuitively from the unconscious.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 20 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

In psychoanalysis, a cup is a symbol of the female and female sexuality. Alternatively, an empty cup can represent receptiveness.
Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 21 — Margaret Hamilton

Whatever one partakes of, i.E.

The cup of worldly pleasure, the lord’s cup of regeneration, etc.

Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 22 — Pagan - Anonymous

A full cup indicates money coming in.

An empty cup indicates money going out.

Source: Tryskelion Dream Interpretation Author: Pagan - Anonymous

Interpretation 23 — Internet Archive - Anonymous

An empty Cup is a bad omen, but a full one is a sign of prosperity.
Source: Mystic Dream Book Author: Internet Archive - Anonymous

Interpretation 24 — Patrica Telesco

(see Beverages, Chalice)
Source: The Language of Dreams Author: Patrica Telesco

Interpretation 25 — Dream Meanings Anonymous

see Dream Dictionary: Chalice

Source: Dream Meanings and Dream Interpretation Author: Dream Meanings Anonymous