Yes or no tarot cards
44 say yes, 18 say maybe, 16 say no. Each with the reason, taken from the card’s upright meaning.
Every card in the Rider-Waite-Smith deck leans one way when you ask it a closed question. This page lists the verdict our yes-or-no tarot tool gives for each of the 78 cards, with the sentence that explains it. The verdicts come from each card’s upright meaning, so the Ten of Cups (a happy home) is a yes and the Three of Swords (heartbreak) is a no, while cards that describe waiting or a choice still to be made sit in the maybe column.
| Group | Cards | Yes | Maybe | No |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Major Arcana | 22 | 14 | 4 | 4 |
| Wands | 14 | 9 | 3 | 2 |
| Cups | 14 | 8 | 3 | 3 |
| Swords | 14 | 3 | 5 | 6 |
| Pentacles | 14 | 10 | 3 | 1 |
The verdict is the headline; the reason is the reading. A no from the Eight of Swords (you feel trapped by a story you tell yourself) asks something different of you than a no from The Devil. Want to draw one instead of reading the list?Ask your question and draw a card.
Yes cards
44 cardsCards whose upright meaning moves toward the thing you asked about: growth, arrival, agreement, momentum.
The FoolYes
The Fool encourages taking the leap, signalling fresh beginnings and optimistic forward movement worth pursuing.
The MagicianYes
The Magician confirms you hold the power and resources to make it happen through focused will.
The EmpressYes
The Empress signals abundance, growth, and nurturing outcomes, strongly favouring a positive and fruitful yes.
The EmperorYes
The Emperor brings structure, control, and stable authority, supporting a confident and grounded yes.
The HierophantYes
The Hierophant supports tradition and commitment, favouring yes when following established, conventional, and proven paths.
The LoversYes
The Lovers signals harmony, alignment, and heartfelt connection, favouring yes when choices honour your values.
The ChariotYes
The Chariot signals determination and victory through focused willpower, strongly favouring a driven, confident yes.
StrengthYes
Strength signals that patience, courage, and inner resolve will carry you through to a positive outcome.
Wheel of FortuneYes
The Wheel of Fortune signals fate and cycles turning in your favour, tilting the outcome toward yes.
TemperanceYes
Temperance favours yes when you proceed with patience, balance, and moderation rather than rushing or forcing.
The StarYes
The Star radiates hope, healing, and renewal, offering a bright and optimistic yes to your question.
The SunYes
The Sun is the brightest positive card, radiating success and joy for an emphatic and confident yes.
JudgementYes
Judgement signals positive awakening and favourable reckoning, supporting yes when you heed the call and rise.
The WorldYes
The World signals completion, fulfillment, and success, offering a wholehearted and triumphant yes to your question.
Ace of WandsYes
The Ace of Wands is pure creative spark and new opportunity, a strongly affirmative and energizing card.
Three of WandsYes
The Three of Wands signals expansion, progress, and plans coming to fruition, a positive and forward-moving card.
Four of WandsYes
The Four of Wands radiates celebration, harmony, and stability, one of the most positive cards in the deck.
Six of WandsYes
The Six of Wands is a card of victory, success, and public recognition, a clear and confident affirmative.
Eight of WandsYes
The Eight of Wands means swift momentum and things moving quickly toward resolution, a fast and favorable yes.
Page of WandsYes
The Page of Wands brings enthusiasm, discovery, and fresh opportunity, an encouraging and optimistic affirmative.
Knight of WandsYes
The Knight of Wands charges forward with action and passion, an energetic yes if you can sustain the momentum.
Queen of WandsYes
The Queen of Wands radiates confidence, warmth, and determination, a self-assured and positive affirmative.
King of WandsYes
The King of Wands embodies bold leadership, vision, and honor, a decisive and commanding affirmative.
Ace of CupsYes
New emotional beginnings and open-hearted energy strongly favor a positive, love-filled outcome ahead.
Two of CupsYes
Mutual connection and balanced partnership energy point clearly toward a harmonious, affirmative result.
Three of CupsYes
Celebration, friendship, and joyful community energy make this a warm and favorable yes.
Six of CupsYes
Warm nostalgia, reunion, and innocent goodwill point toward a gentle, favorable outcome.
Nine of CupsYes
Wishes fulfilled, satisfaction, and gratitude make this a strongly positive and contented yes.
Ten of CupsYes
Harmony, family happiness, and complete emotional fulfillment make this a wholehearted, joyful yes.
Queen of CupsYes
Compassion, emotional security, and trusted intuition support a caring, positive and nurturing outcome.
King of CupsYes
Emotional balance, wisdom, and calm diplomacy steer this toward a stable, favorable outcome.
Ace of SwordsYes
Clarity and truth cut through, giving you the decisive insight needed to move forward confidently.
Knight of SwordsYes
Decisive drive and forward momentum push toward action, though check that speed does not outrun planning.
King of SwordsYes
Clear reasoning, authority, and sound judgement support a considered, principled path forward toward success.
Ace of PentaclesYes
A prosperous new opportunity is being offered, so accept it and build steadily.
Three of PentaclesYes
Collaboration and skilled effort are aligning, so working together will bring solid results.
Six of PentaclesYes
Fair exchange and generosity are flowing, so support and balance favor a positive outcome.
Eight of PentaclesYes
Diligent, focused effort is building real skill, so persistence will earn the reward.
Nine of PentaclesYes
Self-sufficiency and abundance are yours to enjoy, so the outcome favors you strongly.
Ten of PentaclesYes
Lasting stability and legacy are indicated, so the long-term outcome is secure and favorable.
Page of PentaclesYes
A promising opportunity is beginning, so applying diligent effort now leads to growth.
Knight of PentaclesYes
Steady, patient, reliable effort is favored, so consistency will carry you to solid results.
Queen of PentaclesYes
Practical nurturing and financial security are present, so grounded care leads to a positive outcome.
King of PentaclesYes
Wealth, discipline, and sound judgment are established, so the outcome is stable and prosperous.
Maybe cards
18 cardsCards that answer “not yet”, “it depends on you” or “you don’t have the full picture”. Read the reason; it usually says what the answer hinges on.
The High PriestessMaybe
The High Priestess withholds a clear answer, urging you to trust intuition as truth stays hidden.
The HermitMaybe
The Hermit urges reflection and solitude before deciding, offering no clear yes until inner clarity arrives.
JusticeMaybe
Justice ties the answer to fairness and truth, so the outcome depends on your actions and merit.
The Hanged ManMaybe
The Hanged Man signals suspension and waiting, so no clear answer comes until you shift perspective.
Two of WandsMaybe
The Two of Wands is about weighing options and planning, so the outcome depends on the choice you make.
Seven of WandsMaybe
The Seven of Wands means you can succeed but only by standing firm and defending your position through challenge.
Nine of WandsMaybe
The Nine of Wands means success is possible but only through resilience and pushing past exhaustion one last time.
Seven of CupsMaybe
Illusion, scattered choices, and wishful thinking cloud the picture, so the outcome stays uncertain.
Page of CupsMaybe
Gentle new feelings and intuitive curiosity show promise, but immaturity keeps the outcome tentative.
Knight of CupsMaybe
Charm and romantic idealism appeal, but unreliability and unrealistic hopes make the outcome uncertain.
Two of SwordsMaybe
You are stalled between two options and avoiding the choice, so nothing is decided yet.
Four of SwordsMaybe
This is a pause for rest and reflection, so hold off before pushing for an answer.
Six of SwordsMaybe
You are in transition toward calmer waters, so improvement is coming but not yet arrived.
Page of SwordsMaybe
Curiosity and new ideas are stirring, but nothing is settled while things remain in the talking stage.
Queen of SwordsMaybe
Clarity and honesty guide the way, but this card favors discernment over an immediate simple answer.
Two of PentaclesMaybe
The answer depends on whether you can balance competing demands without dropping something important.
Four of PentaclesMaybe
Holding on protects security but blocks growth, so the outcome hinges on loosening control.
Seven of PentaclesMaybe
Results need more time to ripen, so patience will decide whether the investment pays off.
No cards
16 cardsCards whose upright meaning is loss, conflict, ending or a trap. A no is often about timing or approach, not a permanent verdict.
DeathNo
Death signals endings and transformation, so the current situation must close rather than continue as hoped.
The DevilNo
The Devil warns of bondage, unhealthy attachment, and temptation, signalling a cautionary no to proceeding.
The TowerNo
The Tower signals sudden collapse and upheaval, warning that disruption makes this a clear no.
The MoonNo
The Moon signals illusion, confusion, and hidden fears, warning that unclear conditions make this a no.
Five of WandsNo
The Five of Wands signals conflict, competition, and tension, obstacles that make a smooth yes unlikely.
Ten of WandsNo
The Ten of Wands signals burden, overcommitment, and exhaustion, weight that makes a favorable outcome unlikely.
Four of CupsNo
Apathy, withdrawal, and missed opportunities suggest disengagement blocks a positive outcome right now.
Five of CupsNo
Loss, grief, and lingering regret weigh heavily, signaling a disappointing outcome to expect.
Eight of CupsNo
Walking away, disillusionment, and unmet needs signal departure rather than a positive outcome.
Three of SwordsNo
This card signals heartbreak and painful truth, pointing clearly toward disappointment rather than a favorable outcome.
Five of SwordsNo
Conflict and hollow victory dominate, so any gain here arrives at too steep a cost.
Seven of SwordsNo
Deception and hidden motives cloud the situation, making a trustworthy positive outcome unlikely right now.
Eight of SwordsNo
Feelings of restriction and helplessness dominate, blocking clear progress until you shift your own perspective.
Nine of SwordsNo
Overwhelming anxiety and dread cloud this card, signaling worry and distress rather than a hopeful result.
Ten of SwordsNo
This card marks a painful ending and rock bottom, firmly pointing toward closure rather than success.
Five of PentaclesNo
Hardship, loss, and scarcity dominate now, so conditions are not in your favor.
Common questions
Yes or noWhich tarot cards mean yes?
44 of the 78 cards read as a yes in our deck, led by The Sun, The Star, The World and the Aces of Cups, Wands and Pentacles. The full list with the reason for each is above.
Which tarot cards mean no?
16 cards read as a no, including The Tower, Death, the Ten of Swords and the Five of Pentacles. Most of them describe loss, conflict or an ending in their upright meaning.
What about reversed cards?
This list, like our yes-or-no tool, reads every card upright. Some readers soften a yes to a maybe or flip the verdict when a card lands reversed; if you read reversals, check the reversed meaning on the card’s own page.
Why are some cards a maybe?
Cards like The Hanged Man, The Hermit or the Two of Swords describe waiting, uncertainty or a decision that is still yours to make. Calling them yes or no would hide what they actually say.
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