How to Ask a Yes or No Tarot Question
- Frame your question as a clear yes/no — for example, "Will this opportunity work out for me?" rather than "What should I do about this opportunity?"
- Focus on one question at a time. Compound questions give confused answers.
- Upright cards generally lean toward their natural yes/no energy. Reversed cards often soften or flip the answer.
- A "maybe" or neutral card means the situation is still in flux — timing or your own action will determine the outcome.
Major Arcana
| Card | Yes or No |
|---|---|
| The Fool | Yes |
| The Magician | Yes |
| The High Priestess | Maybe — more information needed |
| The Empress | Yes |
| The Emperor | Yes |
| The Hierophant | Yes — when following tradition or seeking guidance |
| The Lovers | Yes |
| The Chariot | Yes |
| Strength | Yes |
| The Hermit | Maybe — depends on readiness for reflection |
| Wheel of Fortune | Yes |
| Justice | Maybe — depends on whether actions have been honest and fair |
| The Hanged Man | Maybe — timing is uncertain, more reflection needed |
| Death | Maybe — depends on willingness to embrace change |
| Temperance | Yes (with patience) |
| The Devil | No |
| The Tower | No (or a disruptive change is likely) |
| The Star | Yes |
| The Moon | Maybe — proceed with caution |
| The Sun | Yes |
| Judgement | Yes |
| The World | Yes |
🔥 Suit of Wands
| Card | Yes or No |
|---|---|
| Ace of Wands | Yes |
| Two of Wands | Yes |
| Three of Wands | Yes |
| Four of Wands | Yes |
| Five of Wands | Maybe — circumstances are unsettled |
| Six of Wands | Yes |
| Seven of Wands | Yes — but expect a challenge along the way |
| Eight of Wands | Yes |
| Nine of Wands | Maybe — with caution and persistence |
| Ten of Wands | No (or proceed with caution) |
| Page of Wands | Yes |
| Knight of Wands | Yes |
| Queen of Wands | Yes |
| King of Wands | Yes |
💧 Suit of Cups
| Card | Yes or No |
|---|---|
| Ace of Cups | Yes |
| Two of Cups | Yes |
| Three of Cups | Yes |
| Four of Cups | No (or Maybe — requires reflection first) |
| Five of Cups | No |
| Six of Cups | Yes |
| Seven of Cups | Maybe |
| Eight of Cups | No |
| Nine of Cups | Yes |
| Ten of Cups | Yes |
| Page of Cups | Yes |
| Knight of Cups | Yes |
| Queen of Cups | Yes |
| King of Cups | Yes |
⚔️ Suit of Swords
| Card | Yes or No |
|---|---|
| Ace of Swords | Yes |
| Two of Swords | Maybe |
| Three of Swords | No |
| Four of Swords | Maybe — timing is not right yet |
| Five of Swords | No |
| Six of Swords | Maybe — leaning yes with patience |
| Seven of Swords | No |
| Eight of Swords | No |
| Nine of Swords | No |
| Ten of Swords | No |
| Page of Swords | Maybe — depends on approach and readiness |
| Knight of Swords | Yes — with caution |
| Queen of Swords | Yes — with clear-headed conditions |
| King of Swords | Yes — when approached with clarity and logic |
🪙 Suit of Pentacles
| Card | Yes or No |
|---|---|
| Ace of Pentacles | Yes |
| Two of Pentacles | Maybe |
| Three of Pentacles | Yes |
| Four of Pentacles | Maybe |
| Five of Pentacles | No |
| Six of Pentacles | Yes |
| Seven of Pentacles | Maybe — patience is required before a clear answer emerges |
| Eight of Pentacles | Yes |
| Nine of Pentacles | Yes |
| Ten of Pentacles | Yes |
| Page of Pentacles | Yes |
| Knight of Pentacles | Yes — with patience and commitment |
| Queen of Pentacles | Yes |
| King of Pentacles | Yes |
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