Fish
AnimalsFish is a sign from the “Animals” group. Here is how Fish is read in the coffee grounds across the traditional schools:
Meaning in the coffee cup
What does Fish mean in the Ottoman-Persian reading?
The fish is a great sign of fortune: abundant sustenance, plenty and prosperity flow to you, as the sea bestows its gifts upon the net.
What does Fish mean in the Russian-Bulgarian reading?
Prosperity and a financial gain are on their way; good news from afar and the growth of the family are about to arrive.
What does Fish mean in the German / Central-European reading?
The fish brings something good for the purse and a well-laden table into the house. Soon a little celebration may be held where the whole family gathers.
Where in the cup does Fish appear — and what does that change?
At the upper rim the fish's prosperity comes soon, at the bottom it lies deeper and more lasting; by the handle your own wealth increases, opposite it the gain arrives from afar or through strangers.
Related symbols
BeeThe bee promises that toilsome, patient work will at last bear sweet fruit; what you gather drop by drop becomes your honey, the reward of diligence.BirdA bird in the grounds carries glad tidings upon its wings; a messenger draws near, a long-cherished wish ripens toward its destined hour, and two birds double the blessing.CamelThe camel heralds a marriage or a proposal and a fortune as enduring as its patience; what you bear with steadfastness will ripen into a lasting blessing.CatThe cat is an enemy in a friend's guise, a sign of disloyalty and hidden intent; beware deceit or an estrangement with someone you love.DogThe dog stands for loyalty and friendship, for a person who stands by your side; yet at times it also foretells a quarrel stirring nearby.ElephantThe elephant bears great fortune and abundance upon its back; a profitable offer draws near, and with it wisdom and a long, blessed life.FoxThe fox stands for cunning and a keen mind, yet it also warns you of a deception; a sweet-tongued liar circles you, so weigh the words that sound too lovely to be true.HorseThe horse heralds a wish fulfilled, strength and freedom; to see it mounted is a sign that honor and success beckon along your road.
