Penguin dream meaning is explained below using 16 different sources. Each interpretation is shown with its source.

Interpretation 1 — Silvana Amar

The penguin is an interesting earth-bound bird that lives in and around the ocean. As a dream symbol it may represent concrete thinking, feelings of being burdened by unwanted emotions, lethargy, and a need to achieve balance. Think about your dream and see if any of these ideas are relevant to you. Superstition based dream interpretation books say that the penguin indicates that your problems are not as serious as you may think them to be.
Source: The Bedside Dream Dictionary • Author: Silvana Amar

Interpretation 2 — Patrica Telesco

(see Birds, Feathers, Wings)

If swimming in water, this represents free movement through your dreams. Anticipate more frequent dreams, as well as those with increased detail.

A penguin has wings, but does not fly. These actually help them steer through the water. So, if you’ve been trying to “fly” in a specific situation that seems to be going nowhere, consider an alternative tact, using your given talents and insight as a guide.

Source: The Language of Dreams • Author: Patrica Telesco

Interpretation 3 — James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Dreaming about a penguin or about being a penguin can indicate emotional coldness or a sense of isolation.

A penguin, as a bird that can’t fly, can also represent someone who seems to be able to function despite lacking something essential.

A penguin might also symbolize a recalled image of someone wearing a tuxedo.

Source: Dream Symbols in The Dream Encyclopedia • Author: James R. Lewis and Evelyn Dorothy Oliver

Interpretation 4 — DreamForth

To dream of a penguin represents your magnification of a seemingly petty concern. This is a prompt for you to keep your composure and guard your objectivity. On the other hand, a penguin implies that you feel let down by your feelings. You need to bring equilibrium and peace to your life.
Source: Dream Symbols and Analysis • Author: DreamForth

Interpretation 5 — Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

1. A sense that situations are not as dire as they initially seemed.

2. Feelings of being drawn unwillingly toward the neg­ative side of things, usually in situations.

3. Working together for a common goal, the betterment of all, usually regarding a family or community.

Source: New American Dream Dictionary • Author: Joan Seaman - Tom Philbin

Interpretation 6 — Theresa Cheung

Penguins are symbols of adaptability, but they can also represent stupidity or coldness in a relationship. They could be a sign that your problems are not as serious as you may think and that you need to keep your cool and remain levelheaded.
Source: The Element Encyclopedia • Author: Theresa Cheung

Interpretation 7 — Betty Bethards

A flightless aquatic bird, represents self weighted down by emotions. Black and white indicates working with balancing energies, yin-yang, female-male, negative-positive.
Source: The Dream Books Symbols • Author: Betty Bethards

Interpretation 8 — Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

This funny earth- bound bird in your dream is telling you that your problems are not as serious as you believe, and if you keep your cool, they will melt away.
Source: The Complete Guide to Interpreting Your Dreams • Author: Stearn Robinson - Tom Corbett

Interpretation 9 — Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Dreams of a penguin represent loyalty, formality and extreme coping skills to be ability to function in a relatively chilly emotional climate.
Source: Strangest Dream Explanations • Author: Dream Explanations - Anonymous

Interpretation 10 — Versatile - Anonymous

The penguin is thought to represent adaptability, although it can also indicate stupidity or, perhaps more accurately, unwise behaviour.
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous

Interpretation 11 — Tony Crisp

Suggests feeling isolated by cold emotions, penis See penis under body, castrate, pentacle See five under numbers.
Source: A Guide to Dreams and Sleep Experiences • Author: Tony Crisp

Interpretation 12 — Pagan - Anonymous

Traditionally, dreaming of a penguin indicates that your problems are not as serious as you may think them to be.
Source: Tryskelion Dream Interpretation • Author: Pagan - Anonymous

Interpretation 13 — myjellybean

If you see a penguin in your dream, your problems are not as serious as you may think.
Source: My Dream Interpretation • Author: myjellybean

Interpretation 14 — Margaret Hamilton

One who depends more on brain than brawn
Source: Dream Dictionary Unlimited • Author: Margaret Hamilton

Interpretation 15 — Pamela Ball

see Birds
Source: Ten Thousand Dream Dictionary • Author: Pamela Ball

Interpretation 16 — Versatile - Anonymous

See birds
Source: Dream Meanings of Versatile • Author: Versatile - Anonymous