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Did You Dream About a Cab? Here's What It Means

Have you dreamed about a cab? It's a rich and colorful dream symbol that carries multiple possible interpretations.

Keep reaading for 3 different explanations from our dream guides on what it means to dream about a cab.

Which explanation sounds right to you?


What does a cab mean in dreams?

1. The traditional interpretation

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Mary Leyen
Dream Expert,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

A dream about riding in a cab often hints at a sense of control or direction in your life. But the meaning can vary.

You may be allowing someone else to guide your path, or you're relying on others to make decisions for you.

It can also represent a transitional phase in your life.

Alternatively, seeing a cab pass by in your dream might indicate missed opportunities or feeling left behind. It could also suggest that you need to take charge and stop waiting for things to happen. Both of these dreams highlight the importance of autonomy and decision-making in your waking life.

A cab is colorful and puzzling dream object to interpret. To say confidently, it would be necessary to understand the dreamer's life story and circumstances.

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2. The psychoanalyst's interpretation

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Ernesto Andrahi
Psychoanalyst,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

Dreaming of riding in a cab may symbolize the unconscious mind's desire to surrender control, a manifestation of the Freudian concept of the id's pleasure principle.

It's a complex concept though... It suggests a yearning for a less complicated existence, free from the ego's constant decision-making. Conversely, observing a cab pass by could represent the superego's influence, reflecting feelings of guilt or regret over missed opportunities. This could be a manifestation of the moralistic aspect of the psyche, indicating a need for self-assertion and initiative. Both of these dreams underscore the complex interplay between the id, ego, and superego in our waking lives.

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3. The spiritualist's interpretation

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Liz Morrison
Shaman and Spirit Guide,
Contributor: "3 of Dreams Book of Dreams"

Dreaming of riding in a cab signifies a spiritual journey guided by a higher power. It suggests a surrender to divine guidance, trusting the universe to lead you on your path. This dream can be a call to relinquish control and embrace faith. Conversely, seeing a cab pass by can symbolize opportunities presented by the universe that you may have overlooked. It's a spiritual nudge to be more aware and receptive to divine signs. The common themes among these dream variations emphasize the importance of trusting in divine timing and guidance, and the need to be open to the spiritual opportunities that life presents.

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So which interpretation of the dream is best for you?

Which of the above ways of explaining a cab best matches your dream?

Only you can say for sure. Bear in mind that our dreaming mind can be a convoluted landscape. Any image in a dream can represent a long list of meanings — or symbolize multiple forces in our waking life.

Got a better interpretation on dreams about a cab that you want to share? Add your personal analysis to the comments at the bottom of this page.

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