Seven of Swords Tarot Card Meaning (Upright)

Read on as we examine the 7 of Swords in various situations.

7 of Swords Love and Relationships Meaning

Asking about your love life as a single person? The 7 of Swords suggests you or someone you’re drawn to may not be fully honest about either their intentions or emotional availability. Be cautious. This card often signals ghosting, mixed signals, or secret crushes kept hidden for fear of rejection.

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about a new or potential relationship suggests someone is not being fully transparent. It could be them but it could also be you. This card wants of fear of vulnerability, secrets, hidden motivations are blocking true emotional intimacy. It’s not necessarily malicious but it’s not open-hearted, either. If you’re feeling something is “off”, don’t ignore it.

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about your current relationship suggest dishonesty, withholding or resentment are playing a part in this relationship. One of you may be hiding something in order to keep the peace with the other, but it’s just putting up walls between you two. Worst case scenario, someone is cheating or betraying the other. Note it doesn’t necessarily mean that, as it can also point to avoidance or a lack of transparency in general. A conversation may be in order here.

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about an ex suggest deception likely played a part in the relationship’s demise. One or both of you may not have been totally transparent with the other. There may have been cheating but also emotional avoidance, hidden resentment or active betrayal involved. Whatever happened, the ending didn’t come with the truth, and you may still be wondering today exactl

7 of Swords when asking about a crush suggest that things are not clear between you two. This person may be playing mind games, hiding another relationship, or you’re convincing yourself they’re the one for you when they’re sending mixed signals. This card warns to watch actions, not words. It’s also wise to ask yourself if you’re being completely honest with that person, and yourself, too?

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about your child suggest they might be hiding something or not being honest with you. That could be out of shame, fear, or an inability to convey what is going on. Alternatively, this card could suggest you need to reflect more on how to communicate boundaries or rules with your child, as they may be trying to stomp on them. Keep an eye on the situation, but with love and empathy.

Getting 7 of Swords when asking about a current friendship suggests there may be trust issues, half-truths, or something going on behind the scenes. This doesn’t always mean betrayal, but it does suggest emotional evasion or something unsaid. Trust your instincts.

Seven of Swords when asking about a former friend suggest backstabbing, betrayal or lies. The Seven of Swords here shows someone wasn’t being honest in this connection, or someone dipped out of the friendship when things got too real. This person may have taken advantage of you, or said things behind your back. Right now it’s your job to make closure and move on with your life, rather than trying to ‘expose’ them.

Seven of Swords when asking about an enemy suggests this person is not playing fair. They may be passive-aggressive, engaging in gaslighting, gossip or outright trying to sabotage you. You should protect yourself from this person’s games. Be aware this person is unlikely fighting you openly as this card suggests strategy and subtlety. Don’t ignore the manipulation, but set your boundaries and be aware.

7 of Swords Money and Work Meaning

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about a potential career or a new job suggests you’re keeping this career path under wrap while you silently plan and strategize. You don’t need to tell everyone what you’re building and why. But ensure you’re not keeping this under wraps because you’re afraid. Alternatively, this card can serve as a warning against career paths that encourage anti-social behavior, such as scams or breaking the law.

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about your current job or career suggest your workplace may be full of cliques, power games and politics. Someone could be taking credit for your work. You may need to start playing smart yourself. Work on your own career growth, but silently. You don’t have to be liked by everyone, and telling everyone your moves may be harming you in the long-run.

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about a potential business suggests you keep the idea quiet, for now. Not everyone in your life is rooting for you. Trademark your branding and your ideas before making them public. This isn’t about paranoia but about locking down your business foundation before you go public. Alternatively, this card suggests being mindful of engaging in anti-social, deceptive behavior with this business, such as scamming.

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about your current business suggests dishonesty, copycats and shady business practices. Review your contracts and ensure everyone you’re doing business with is fully vetted. Alternatively, this card can be a gentle reminder to run your business from a place of honesty and transparency. Don’t cut corners and avoid manipulating your audience, or engaging in anti-social behavior.

Getting Seven of Swords when asking about your finances and money suggest something is being mismanaged or hidden. It’s a good idea right now to double-check your stock portfolios and bank accounts. Also, be wary of lending money to people you don’t fully trust. Alternatively, this card can suggest you’re not being honest and transparent with yourself or someone else about your financial situation. Denial is not a river in Egypt.

7 of Swords Pregnancy Meaning

Wondering if you’re pregnant or will be soon? Seven of Swords leans no, or suggests the topic is being avoided or hidden. Someone may not be fully honest about their feelings, timing, or intentions. It can also reflect a secret pregnancy, or unspoken anxiety around the subject.