# Your printable reference Upright and reversed keywords for every card, arranged into compact study sheets. A text reference for study. Choose a group and use your browser’s print dialog to save as PDF. ## 0. The Fool Upright beginnings, freedom, innocence, originality, adventure, idealism, spontaneity Reversed reckless, careless, distracted, naive, foolish, gullible, stale, dull ## I. The Magician Upright willpower, desire, being resourceful, skill, ability, concentration, manifestation Reversed manipulation, cunning, trickery, wasted talent, illusion, deception ## II. The High Priestess Upright unconscious, intuition, mystery, spirituality, higher power, inner voice Reversed repressed intuition, hidden motives, superficiality, confusion, cognitive dissonance ## III. The Empress Upright divine feminine, sensuality, fertility, nurturing, creativity, beauty, abundance, nature Reversed insecurity, overbearing, negligence, smothering, lack of growth, lack of progress ## IV. The Emperor Upright stability, structure, protection, authority, control, practicality, focus, discipline Reversed tyrant, domineering, rigid, stubborn, lack of discipline, recklessness ## V. The Hierophant Upright tradition, social groups, conventionality, conformity, education, knowledge, beliefs Reversed rebellion, unconventionality, non-conformity, new methods, ignorance ## VI. The Lovers Upright love, unions, partnerships, relationships, choices, romance, balance, unity Reversed disharmony, imbalance, conflict, detachment, bad choices, indecision ## VII. The Chariot Upright success, ambition, determination, willpower, control, self-discipline, focus Reversed forceful, no direction, no control, powerless, aggression, obstacles ## VIII. Strength Upright courage, bravery, confidence, compassion, self-confidence, inner power Reversed self-doubt, weakness, low confidence, inadequacy, cowardice, forcefulness ## IX. The Hermit Upright self-reflection, introspection, contemplation, withdrawal, solitude, search for self Reversed loneliness, isolation, recluse, being anti-social, rejection, returning to society ## X. The Wheel of Fortune Upright change, cycles, fate, decisive moments, luck, fortune, unexpected events Reversed bad luck, lack of control, clinging to control, unwelcome changes, delays ## XI. Justice Upright justice, karma, consequence, accountability, law, truth, honesty, integrity, cause and effect Reversed injustice, retribution, dishonesty, corruption, unfairness, avoiding accountability ## XII. The Hanged Man Upright sacrifice, waiting, uncertainty, lack of direction, perspective, contemplation Reversed stalling, disinterest, stagnation, avoiding sacrifice, standstill, apathy ## XIII. Death Upright transformation, endings, change, transition, letting go, release Reversed fear of change, repeating negative patterns, resisting change, stagnancy, decay ## XIV. Temperance Upright balance, peace, patience, moderation, calm, tranquillity, harmony, serenity Reversed imbalance, excess, extremes, discord, recklessness, hastiness ## XV. The Devil Upright oppression, addiction, obsession, dependency, excess, powerlessness, limitations Reversed independence, freedom, revelation, release, reclaiming power, reclaiming control ## XVI. The Tower Upright disaster, destruction, upheaval, trauma, sudden change, chaos Reversed averting disaster, delaying the inevitable, resisting change ## XVII. The Star Upright hope, inspiration, positivity, faith, renewal, healing, rejuvenation Reversed hopelessness, despair, negativity, lack of faith, despondent ## XVIII. The Moon Upright illusion, intuition, uncertainty, confusion, complexity, secrets, unconscious Reversed fear, deception, anxiety, misunderstanding, misinterpretation, clarity, understanding ## XIX. The Sun Upright happiness, success, optimism, vitality, joy, confidence, truth Reversed blocked happiness, excessive enthusiasm, pessimism, unrealistic expectations, conceitedness ## XX. Judgement Upright self-evaluation, awakening, renewal, purpose, reflection, reckoning Reversed self-doubt, lack of self-awareness, failure to learn lessons, self-loathing ## XXI. The World Upright completion, achievement, fulfilment, sense of belonging, wholeness, harmony Reversed lack of closure, lack of achievement, feeling incomplete, emptiness ## 1. Ace of Wands Upright inspiration, creative spark, new initiative, new passion, enthusiasm, energy Reversed delays, blocks, lack of passion, lack of energy, hesitancy, creative blocks ## 2. Two of Wands Upright planning, first steps, making decisions, leaving comfort, taking risks Reversed bad planning, overanalyzing, not taking action, playing it safe, avoiding risk ## 3. Three of Wands Upright momentum, confidence, expansion, growth, foresight, looking ahead Reversed restriction, limitations, lack of progress, obstacles, delays, frustration ## 4. Four of Wands Upright community, home, celebrations, reunions, parties, gatherings, stability, belonging Reversed lack of support, instability, feeling unwelcome, transience, lack of roots, home conflict ## 5. Five of Wands Upright conflict, competition, arguments, aggression, tension, rivals, clashes of ego Reversed end of conflict, cooperation, agreements, truces, harmony, peace, avoiding conflict ## 6. Six of Wands Upright success, victory, triumph, rewards, recognition, praise, acclaim, pride Reversed failure, lack of recognition, no rewards, lack of achievement ## 7. Seven of Wands Upright protectiveness, standing up for yourself, defending yourself, protecting territory Reversed giving up, admitting defeat, yielding, lack of self belief, surrender ## 8. Eight of Wands Upright movement, speed, progress, quick decisions, sudden changes, excitement Reversed waiting, slowness, chaos, delays, losing momentum, hastiness, being unprepared ## 9. Nine of Wands Upright last stand, persistence, grit, resilience, perseverance, close to success, fatigue Reversed stubbornness, rigidity, defensiveness, refusing compromise, giving up ## 10. Ten of Wands Upright burden, responsibility, duty, stress, obligation, burning out, struggles Reversed failure to delegate, shouldering too much responsibility, collapse, breakdown ## Page. Page of Wands Upright adventure, excitement, fresh ideas, cheerfulness, energetic, fearless, extroverted Reversed hasty, impatient, lacking ideas, tantrums, laziness, boring, unreliable, distracted ## Knight. Knight of Wands Upright courageous, energetic, charming, hero, rebellious, hot tempered, free spirit Reversed arrogant, reckless, impatient, lack of self control, passive, volatile, domineering ## Queen. Queen of Wands Upright confident, self-assured, passionate, determined, social, charismatic, vivacious, optimistic Reversed demanding, vengeful, low confidence, jealous, selfish, temperamental, bully ## King. King of Wands Upright leadership, vision, big picture, taking control, daring decisions, boldness, optimism Reversed forceful, domineering, tyrant, vicious, powerless, ineffective, weak leader ## 1. Ace of Cups Upright love, new feelings, emotional awakening, creativity, spirituality, intuition Reversed coldness, emptiness, emotional loss, blocked creativity, feeling unloved, gloominess ## 2. Two of Cups Upright unity, partnership, attraction, connection, close bonds, joining forces, mutual respect Reversed separation, rejection, division, imbalance, tension, bad communication, withdrawal ## 3. Three of Cups Upright friendship, community, gatherings, celebrations, group events, social events Reversed gossip, scandal, excess, isolation, loneliness, solitude, imbalanced social life ## 4. Four of Cups Upright apathy, contemplation, feeling disconnected, melancholy, boredom, indifference, discontent Reversed clarity, awareness, acceptance, choosing happiness, depression, negativity ## 5. Five of Cups Upright loss, grief, disappointment, sadness, mourning, discontent, feeling let down Reversed acceptance, moving on, finding peace, contentment, seeing positives ## 6. Six of Cups Upright nostalgia, memories, familiarity, healing, comfort, sentimentality, pleasure Reversed stuck in past, moving forward, leaving home, independence ## 7. Seven of Cups Upright choices, searching for purpose, illusion, fantasy, daydreaming, wishful thinking, indecision Reversed lack of purpose, disarray, confusion, diversion, distractions, clarity, making choices ## 8. Eight of Cups Upright abandonment, walking away, letting go, searching for truth, leaving behind Reversed stagnation, monotony, accepting less, avoidance, fear of change, staying in bad situation ## 9. Nine of Cups Upright wishes coming true, contentment, satisfaction, success, achievements, recognition, pleasure Reversed unhappiness, lack of fulfilment, disappointment, underachievement, arrogance, snobbery ## 10. Ten of Cups Upright happiness, homecomings, fulfillment, emotional stability, security, domestic harmony Reversed unhappy home, separation, domestic conflict, disharmony, isolation​ ## Page. Page of Cups Upright idealism, sensitivity, dreamer, naivete, innocence, inner child, head in the clouds Reversed emotional vulnerability, immaturity, neglecting inner child, escapism, insecurity ## Knight. Knight of Cups Upright idealist, charming, artistic, graceful, tactful, diplomatic, mediator, negotiator Reversed disappointment, tantrums, moodiness, turmoil, avoiding conflict, vanity ## Queen. Queen of Cups Upright compassion, warmth, kindness, intuition, healer, counsellor, supportive Reversed insecurity, giving too much, overly-sensitive, needy, fragile, dependence, martyrdom ## King. King of Cups Upright wise, diplomatic, balance between head and heart, devoted, advisor, counsellor Reversed overwhelmed, anxious, cold, repressed, withdrawn, manipulative, selfish ## 1. Ace of Swords Upright clarity, breakthrough, new idea, concentration, vision, force, focus, truth Reversed confusion, miscommunication, hostility, arguments, destruction, brutality ## 2. Two of Swords Upright stalemate, difficult choices, stuck in the middle, denial, hidden information Reversed indecision, hesitancy, anxiety, too much information, no right choice, truth revealed ## 3. Three of Swords Upright heartbreak, separation, sadness, grief, sorrow, upset, loss, trauma, tears Reversed healing, forgiveness, recovery, reconciliation, repressing emotions ## 4. Four of Swords Upright rest, relaxation, peace, sanctuary, recuperation, self-protection, rejuvenation Reversed recovery, awakening, re-entering world, release from isolation, restlessness, burnout ## 5. Five of Swords Upright arguments, disputes, aggression, bullying, intimidation, conflict, hostility, stress Reversed reconciliation, resolution, compromise, revenge, regret, remorse, cutting losses ## 6. Six of Swords Upright moving on, departure, leaving behind, distance, accepting lessons Reversed stuck in past, returning to trouble, running away from problems, trapped ## 7. Seven of Swords Upright lies, trickery, scheming, strategy, resourcefulness, sneakiness, cunning Reversed confession, conscience, regret, maliciousness, truth revealed ## 8. Eight of Swords Upright trapped, restricted, victimised, paralysed, helpless, powerless, imprisonment Reversed freedom, release, taking control, survivor, facing fears, empowered, surrender ## 9. Nine of Swords Upright fear, anxiety, negativity, breaking point, despair, nightmares, isolation Reversed recovery, learning to cope, facing life, finding help, shame, guilt, mental health issues ## 10. Ten of Swords Upright ruin, failure, bitterness, collapse, exhaustion, dead end, victimization, betrayal Reversed survival, improvement, healing, lessons learned, despair, relapse ## Page. Page of Swords Upright curious, witty, chatty, communicative, inspired, vigilant, alert, mental agility Reversed scatterbrained, cynical, sarcastic, gossipy, insulting, rude, lack of planning ## Knight. Knight of Swords Upright assertive, direct, impatient, intellectual, daring, focused, perfectionist, ambitious Reversed rude, tactless, forceful, bully, aggressive, vicious, ruthless, arrogant ## Queen. Queen of Swords Upright honest, independent, principled, fair, constructive criticism, objective, perceptive Reversed pessimistic, malicious, manipulative, harsh, bitter, spiteful, cruel, deceitful, unforgiving ## King. King of Swords Upright reason, authority, discipline, integrity, morality, serious, high standards, strict Reversed irrational, dictator, oppressive, inhumane, controlling, cold, ruthless, dishonest ## 1. Ace of Pentacles Upright new opportunities, resources, abundance, prosperity, security, stability, manifestation Reversed missed chances, scarcity, deficiency, instability, stinginess, bad investments ## 2. Two of Pentacles Upright balancing resources, adaptation, resourcefulness, flexibility, stretching resources Reversed imbalance, unorganized, overwhelmed, messiness, chaos, overextending ## 3. Three of Pentacles Upright teamwork, shared goals, collaboration, apprenticeship, effort, pooling energy Reversed lack of cohesion, lack of teamwork, apathy, poor motivation, conflict, ego, competition ## 4. Four of Pentacles Upright possessiveness, insecurity, hoarding, stinginess, stability, security, savings, materialism, wealth, frugality, boundaries, guardedness Reversed generosity, giving, spending, openness, financial insecurity, reckless spending ## 5. Five of Pentacles Upright hardship, loss, isolation, feeling abandoned, adversity, struggle, unemployment, alienation, disgrace Reversed positive changes, recovery from loss, overcoming adversity, forgiveness, feeling welcomed ## 6. Six of Pentacles Upright generosity, charity, community, material help, support, sharing, giving and receiving, gratitude Reversed power dynamics, abuse of generosity, strings attached gifts, inequality, extortion ## 7. Seven of Pentacles Upright harvest, rewards, results, growth, progress, perseverance, patience, planning Reversed unfinished work, procrastination, low effort, waste, lack of growth, setbacks, impatience, lack of reward ## 8. Eight of Pentacles Upright skill, talent, craftsmanship, quality, high standards, expertise, mastery, commitment, dedication, accomplishment Reversed lack of quality, rushed job, bad reputation, lack of motivation, mediocrity, laziness, low skill, dead-end job ## 9. Nine of Pentacles Upright rewarded efforts, success, achievement, independence, leisure, material security, self-sufficiency Reversed being guarded, living beyond means, material instability, reckless spending, superficiality ## 10. Ten of Pentacles Upright legacy, roots, family, ancestry, inheritance, windfall, foundations, privilege, affluence, stability, tradition Reversed family disputes, bankruptcy, debt, fleeting success, conflict over money, instability, breaking traditions ## Page. Page of Pentacles Upright ambitious, diligent, goal oriented, planner, consistent, star student, studious, grounded, loyal, faithful, dependable Reversed foolish, immature, irresponsible, lazy, underachiever, procrastinator, missed chances, poor prospects ## Knight. Knight of Pentacles Upright practical, reliable, efficient, stoic, slow and steady, hard-working, committed, patient, conservative Reversed workaholic, laziness, dull, boring, no initiative, cheap, irresponsible, gambler, risky investments ## Queen. Queen of Pentacles Upright generous, caring, nurturing, homebody, good business sense, practical, comforting, welcoming, sensible, luxurious Reversed selfish, unkempt, jealous, insecure, greedy, materialistic, gold digger, intolerant, self-absorbed, envious ## King. King of Pentacles Upright abundance, prosperity, security, ambitious, safe, kind, patriarchal, protective, businessman, provider, sensual, reliable Reversed greed, materialistic, wasteful, chauvanist, poor financial decisions, gambler, exploitative, possessive Interpretive meanings for learning and reflection. They are not predictions.