Meaning
The King of Cups brings the king energy of Cups (Water): outward mastery, leadership and responsibility, in the area of feelings, relationships, intuition and love.
upright
Emotional mastery, calm support. Upright, this card leans into its strengths: emotional mastery, calm support. In a reading it invites you to notice where this is already showing up and to give it a little room.
reversed
Coldness, manipulation, tide. Reversed, the energy is blocked, inward or overdone: coldness, manipulation, tide. It is not a bad omen, just a cue to slow down and look at what needs care.
In love & friendship
In love: upright, emotional mastery colours the connection; reversed, watch for coldness.
In work & purpose
In work: upright, lean on calm support; reversed, tide may need attention.
Yes / No
upright: Yes · reversed: No