Symbolic Dream Interpretation Library

A phone in general

Dreaming about a phone in general, such as a newer digital device or an antique with a rotary dial, represents forming connections or forging deeper bonds with the people who you saw in the same vision. Phones connect people in real life, and seeing a phone within a dream can be interpreted as the effort you make to create links between yourself and others. The people you connect with may not be physically near you, but nonetheless they will be major players throughout the dream. This also harks back to your experiences in everyday life, as you know whom you are going to call and connect with whenever you pick up the phone. To fully understand the meaning of this particular dream vision, you need to remember or think carefully about the type of phone you used, whom you were trying to get ahold of, and the purpose of your call. Phones and mobile devices are often considered a less favorable form of communication than dealing with people face to face, as you lose the facial expressions and body language that allow you to connect more deeply with the person you are speaking to. As a result, envisioning a phone within a dream may be interpreted as a sign that the person you are contacting is very important to you or is someone you usually look up to and admire. However, because you cannot speak to them directly, your relationship is not as strong as you would like it to be, or you may be somewhat dissatisfied with some aspect of it.

A broken phone

Envisioning yourself trying to use a broken phone, particularly while in dangerous or dire circumstances, predicts experiencing a precarious, possibly volatile situation involving someone you were once close to. It may be that there has been a rift caused by misunderstanding or a more serious division of morals or principles. This dream can therefore be interpreted as a warning that you should make plans or take steps to salvage the relationship before the damage is irreparable.

Buying a phone

Dreaming about buying a phone, either a landline or a mobile device, is often interpreted as a sign that you will meet someone who will benefit you in some way. This person you will come into contact with likely has the experience or expertise you require for a project you are working on. With their advice, you should be able to complete your objective faster, more efficiently and with a better outcome.

Girls asking for phone number for males

Gender male: I have a dream of two girls that were on my doorstep asking for my phone number and that one girl was beautiful also.

Seeing attractive women in a dream vision is often interpreted as a positive symbol. It predicts experiencing a joyous or exciting event in the near future. Alternatively, you may see some success in your ongoing projects or discover a new venture that becomes quite lucrative.

Looking at a phone

Envisioning yourself looking at or observing a phone is a sign that can mean you may soon be deceived or tricked by someone you trust. Just as phones may help disguise a person or their true intentions when information is not shared face-to-face, so does this dream portend being swept up in or becoming unintentionally involved with some disreputable activities you normally would never participate in. This dream may be a warning to carefully consider the information and advice you receive and to listen to your heart and conscience if something does not seem quite right.

Phone stolen

Having your phone stolen during the course of a dream vision may reflect a sudden and painful separation from someone you care about in wake life. There are a few possibilities, but none of them would turn out particularly well. For instance, you could get into a major fight with your significant other over an unplanned pregnancy or a misinterpreted text message. Another example suggests you could be thrown in jail and have no contact with the outside world whatsoever. This situation would be just as frustrating and challenging for you as it would be your loved ones.

Cell phone

A cell phone is a metaphor for communication, so the state of this gadget as well as the overall context of the dream will provide more meaning to the dream reading. For instance, if the cell phone is lost, it means you are having trouble communicating with your loved ones. If the cell phone is damaged, a misunderstanding may cause a rift in your relationships and lead to more conflict. This symbol also reveals an open mind. It is possible that you are embracing new ideas and perspectives to gain a broader understanding of the world.

An old-looking phone

Dreaming about an old phone, such as an antique or an out-dated model, is often associated with lies and betrayal. Using or seeing an old, possibly worn-out phone represents a break in communication which leads to a breach in your relationship with someone close to you, possibly a dear friend or family member. This person may be openly hostile or act nice to your face but actually has something to hide or is insincere.

Missed phone call

The missed phone call dream meaning is very important according to modern dream interpreters like John Paul Jackson. In essence, this symbol alludes to missing out on an opportunity or chance to make a difference in wake life. Your subconscious mind may be trying to nudge you in the right direction, as the option you have been overlooking may not yet be out of reach. You should be on the lookout for some new path or opportunity that you may not have considered before because the results may yield a lot of good for you and others.

A phone for a young woman

Having a dream vision of a phone, for a woman, contains the prediction that female rivals may be devising plans against you. When a phone, or the image thereof, appears in a woman's dream, it usually symbolizes that her romantic endeavors are in danger of being sabotaged by other parties. This may include direct interference, like preventing a meeting or giving incorrect information, or it may be more discreet, like gossip and rumors. Using the device but having difficulty hearing the other end also points toward unflattering talk which may, in some cases, lead to the dissolving of a romantic relationship if not dealt with quickly.

Answering a phone

Envisioning yourself answering a phone in a dream means having lingering thoughts about some unimportant and relatively uninteresting news you may have recently received or heard. You possibly obtained this information through an actual phone conversation, such as with a friend or family member, or saw it on a news program or website. Dreaming of answering your phone is therefore usually interpreted as a hint to rethink and learn more about this topic to figure out why your subconscious mind is focused on it. It may be more important than you originally thought.

Phone call

Getting a phone call in the dream realm is a positive sign regarding some upcoming communication you would receive in wake life. It refers to getting a pleasing message or correspondence from someone who would be able to guide you on the right path. Talking with this individual, either physically or through some other form of communication, is sure to bring you great joy and happiness over time.

A phone ringing

Having a dream about a phone that is ringing, whether it is a short series of beeps or a persistent noise, is a warning to be more attentive to news or information you receive. It is possible that you can make significant progress or greatly benefit from paying attention and trying to learn as much as you can about this topic, particularly when it could be related to career goals or other dreams you are trying to achieve.

Talking to someone on the phone

Gabbing on the phone, whether it is important or not, typically symbolizes petty issues in the waking world. This dream of talking to someone on the phone reveals uninteresting news on your horizon. On the other hand, it can also imply a desire for memorable moments with your loved ones. You could be yearning for more interaction and moments of levity because you have been so consumed with work lately.

Losing phone

Losing your phone during the course of a dream vision is often thought by modern day dream interpreters to represent a connection that is withering away and dying. For instance, there may be an old friend or co-worker you have not contacted in awhile. The lack of effort put into maintaining this relationship may be an indicator of how you feel about it. If, however, you do wish to stay on good terms with this individual, you may want to make plans to catch up or even just send a quick message asking how they are doing.

Someone calling you using a phone

Having a dream about someone contacting you using a phone, as opposed to other means of communication, indicates a predisposition to being the center of a social circle and involved with the creation or propagation of rumors. Your participation in these activities is likely due to liking the interaction and chatting with others, or you may simply find the matters concerning others to be more interesting or entertaining. However, dreaming about receiving a phone call may be a warning to be more considerate of the thoughts and feelings of the people you are talking about. Perhaps they may discover the origins of the gossip and your contributions to these malicious rumors.

Taking pictures with phone

Taking photos with a smartphone or some other cellular device may reflect your subconscious tendency to over-analyze situations in wake life. This vision should rouse some feelings of concern or worry about this behavior, as obsessive reflection could point toward other issues, like depression or anxiety. You should stay away from situations that cause you to question yourself and others with such intensity to avoid triggering unhappy sensations.

Someone giving you a phone number

Someone giving you a phone or telephone number in the dream realm can be a very common experience. According to the dream interpretations of Carl Jung, such vivid visions represent the dreamer's search for answers or guidance in their life. The person giving the phone number shows that there is someone the dreamer looks up to or trusts for advice and the phone number itself is a message or solution that the dreamer is seeking. This strange nature of the dream encourages the dreamer to be open to unexpected answers and think outside the box when trying to solve their problems. In essence, the dreamer should stop worrying about the uncertain circumstances they are dealing with and keep their heads up to conquer their goals.

Not using a phone

Finding yourself near a ringing phone, but not answering it or interacting with it, is a positive sign predicting the avoidance of issues or setbacks caused by people who are jealous of you. Ringing phones are a major distraction in real life and in dreams they represent people getting in the way of the plans you want to complete or goals you wish to accomplish. However, not giving in to the noise created by the ringing device indicates successfully outmaneuvering those who would seek your downfall or failure.

A cut-off phone

Having a dream in which you are trying to use a landline phone that has had its cord cut symbolizes a disconnect with reality. Perhaps you experienced some loss you are not quite ready to cope with, or maybe your life in general seems a little out of control. Attempting to use a phone that is out of service could also represent contemplating the concept of death, perhaps due to the recent passing of someone you know or exposure to some gruesome, fatal accident.

Using a phone to call someone

Seeing yourself using a phone to call and contact someone within a dream represents being given secret or some other confidential information or material. However, just as it is easy to speak too long or say too much when chatting on the phone, this dream portends a betrayal of trust from you, by either purposefully or accidentally spreading this information around. The result of this action would likely depend on the type of information distributed and how sensitive it initially was.

Finding yourself on the phone with someone else in a dream may also reflect a current situation in which you are relatively successful and happy, but other people around you are jealous or upset with your good fortune. If you continue to ignore their negative energy and focus on improving yourself, you will likely face no problems for awhile.

Girlfriend wanting your phone number

Someone asking my phone number on behalf of my girlfriend.

Dreaming about someone trying to solicit your phone number and mentioning your girlfriend in the process reflects a rocky or unpredictable relationship with your girlfriend or with someone else in your social circle.

Receiving laptops instead of mobile phones

My father came to our house and then he brought 2 boxes which had a laptop in each of the boxes, and I was surprised and a little shocked because I thought we were gonna get phones for our contract upgrade, and I wanted a cellphone, not a laptop. Then we opened those boxes, but we did not open the laptop for 2 days, and then my dream stopped.

This vision could be a sign of expectations versus reality. Outcomes in real life do not often reach our level of expectation. You might find yourself disappointed with the results of a project or undertaking. On the other hand, this dream might also be connected to your relationship with your family. Cellphones indicate opening channels for better communication, so getting laptops instead of phones points to disagreements or arguments with your kin. Maybe someone is reaching out but you are not receptive to them or you may be avoiding direct conversations. If this is the case, your subconscious is telling you to be more open-minded and accepting to avoid misunderstandings.

Phone being hacked

To dream about your cellphone being hacked symbolizes your inner feelings of vulnerability or a lack of control in your waking life. This also reflects a fear or concern that you have about your personal information especially if it involves something negative or a secret relationship, being accessed or shared without your permission. You are advised to be particularly careful getting too open about your personal life or bringing your problems into a newly formed relationship. Alternatively, the dream could be expressing a need to communicate with someone whom you have been ignoring intentionally.

Phone melting

A melting phone indicates involvement with a particularly volatile situation with a former friend or colleague. A past misunderstanding will resurface as your paths cross once more. A chance encounter at a coffee shop or a social gathering will lead to an emotional confrontation during which you will both resort to personal attacks. This serves as a warning for you to make the necessary steps to resolve your differences before things get heated and you find yourselves in a very nasty altercation.

A dead person calling you on the phone

Talking to someone who is already deceased over the phone suggests that a close friend or family member is in trouble in reality. They may soon reach out to you if they recognize that they have a problem, but it is more likely that you would have to use your intuition and figure out who is in need of your services.

Phone call from ex

Receiving a phone call from a once beloved individual refers to a subconscious desire to resolve some other communication issue bothering you in reality. Your former lover is the manifestation of a problem currently weighing on your mind. Talking with someone more experienced or skilled than you in the matter would likely yield the best results in this case.

Trying to reach someone by a phone

Dreaming about trying to contact someone via a phone and being successful in this matter is a positive sign indicating reconnecting with someone you have fallen out of touch with. This may be an old schoolmate you haven't spoken to in some time or a distant family member you used to be close to. Being unsuccessful in contacting someone on the phone, however, does not have the exact opposite meaning. Rather, it points to self-deprecating feelings or behavior. You may think you are unlucky when in reality there is nothing wrong or very few problems in your life.

Damaging an expensive cell phone

This is Manish form Delhi India. I really like your site and services you are providing. About the dreams we have when we are sleeping. I would like to share one more dream. And would like to know its interpretation. I recently bought iPhone 5s and was using it, but it accidentally got damaged. Coz my daughter poured water on me at a festival of water and colors here in India. So I bought another same new phone. But after a month I saw a dream that It's damaged when I took it out of my pocket, its screen was totally shattered. And then suddenly I got up. What could be the reason behind this dream as it's an expensive phone, so it was a shocking dream for me. Waiting for your reply to this. Thanks and regards. Manish.

Hi Manish, we think you have partially answered your dream by yourself. You are being overprotective of your possessions and your subconscious mind is warning you to be more careful with expensive things you have. When you express these concerns subconsciously, the best thing would be to have your phone equipped with a waterproof case or try not to bring it to events or situations where potential damage is unavoidable.

Losing phone and finding it

Dreaming of losing your cell phone and then finding it holds a symbolic meaning. It represents a fear of losing communication with someone important in your life or feeling disconnected from others. On the other hand, finding the lost mobile device suggests that you may regain this connection. Alternatively, the symbolism of the cell phone has a spiritual or deeper meaning, such as a reminder to stay affiliated with your inner guidance or intuition. In essence, this dream encourages you to pay attention to your contact and camaraderie with others, as well as your own spiritual journey.

A phone sinking into the water

This one is becoming a recurring dream. I was swimming in a lake with my phone trying not to get it wet, but the more I held it out of the water, the more my head went under. I kept dropping it and trying to save it from sinking to the bottom. It ended up being fine, though.

Trying to protect your phone from sinking deep into the water, especially if this is a recurring dream, reveals your growing dependence on using this device or similar technology in waking life to achieve things that matter to you in reality. You could be spending a lot of time scheduling your meetings, retaining and managing your contacts, or searching for a job using these gadgets. This vision could also be pointing out to you that your social skills and aptitude are weakening when it comes to face-to-face interaction with other people.

Phone number

Seeing a phone or telephone number in a dream whether someone is sharing it with you or you are giving it to a friend symbolizes a connection or resource that the dreamer needs to achieve a goal or experience. As the phone number could suggest that this friend has information or resources that could help the dreamer navigate a difficult situation. However, the dreamer may feel rejected or uncertain about whether to pursue this connection or not. Modern dream workers suggest that dreams like this have a very important hidden meaning. The dreamer's hesitation or uncertainty about reaching out for help or guidance is upsetting them and in order to prove their worth they need to be patient as the good things are just around the corner.

Trying to call a deceased person on the phone

Trying to reach my deceased grandmother by phone

Dreaming about trying to reach or connect with someone who is deceased by a phone reflects your need for wisdom and advice, possibly after recently discussing these matters with someone.

Someone giving you a phone

Dreaming of someone giving you a phone, whether it is a cellphone or a handset, can have different interpretations. One possible interpretation of this dream could be that it is an omen that will bring a positive and fortunate event in your waking life. Phones are often associated with communication and the ability to connect with others, and receiving a phone in a dream indicates that you are feeling supported and connected to important people in your life. According to modern dream interpreters, it is a message from your subconscious to pay attention to communication in your waking life. Perhaps you need to be more mindful of the messages you are receiving or to be more proactive in communicating your own thoughts and feelings.

Using a phone as a fax

Envisioning yourself trying to receive documents via a phone fax machine in a dream represents the hard work as well as time and effort you have recently put into projects you have been assigned or goals you are working on. This might point toward those efforts being recognized or rewarded. Additionally, dreaming of trying to send documents using what looked like a phone fax machine portends experiencing some difficulties or roadblocks, but successfully overcoming them by quickly adapting to the new situation or utilizing some quick-thinking to solve the problem.

Going into the boyfriend's phone

Looking at your boyfriend's phone while you are dreaming may reveal some deep, subconscious mistrust in the relationship between the two of you. However, this vision also suggests your concerns may have some basis. For instance, if you suspect your boyfriend has not been faithful, it may be because he has cheated in the past or has been elusive about his whereabouts on the weekend. Alternatively, if you think he has lied to you about something, it could be because you have received conflicting information from him and others. This vision might be a warning from your subconscious to be more cautious and discerning when it comes to your heart.

A phone glowing in a dark room

I only remember the end of the dream. I was in a pitch black room with a girl that I have had feelings for from school. She has a smartphone that is glowing blue, and levitating above her hands. The smartphone is the only light in the room. The phone is also open and ready to be texted on. She attempts to give me the phone and says "You need to put yourself out there". I am 17, turning 18 soon. I am also male, thank you for the dream interpretation.

The pitch black room is a projection of your fears and insecurities which could be holding you back. It likely points to your lack of knowledge about or experience in socializing with the opposite sex. In contrast, the smartphone symbolizes an opportunity for you to break free and widen your understanding of the world around you. It is hovering above the hands of the girl you like to illustrate the message that you have the power to make the first move in order to get to know her better, or at least meet new friends. This is your subconscious showing a way for you to have the courage to get out of your comfort zone and overcome episodic shyness.

Boyfriend's picture on the phone

I had a dream and I saw my phone showing my boyfriend photo with whom I recently broke up and for a while I looked very closely at that photo. Am female.

Looking closely at the photo of your ex reveals your sentimental nature. The recent breakup may have triggered memories of the good times you shared, hence he manifested in you dream. It could also mean that you are dwelling on the past and perhaps entertaining thoughts of getting back together with him. However, the degree of scrutiny you placed upon his image could be a reflection of the careful considerations you are currently undertaking before deciding to move on.

Talking on the phone with sister

I dreamed I was serving 4 small plates of grits and ham to family members and self. Then I was at son's house trying to straighten it up, it was extremely messy, stuff all over the place, while I was on the phone with a sister. The sister was not answering anything I asked, but I could hear her having conversation with our deceased mom. I kept asking her a question, but she ignored it. Somehow there was mention of a cat. I think I gave her a small black cat, she didn't want now.

Envisioning yourself to be having a meal with your family is a sign of your awareness that someone among your family members will be moving out of the house. This means that someone among them would be changing a job that requires distant traveling or your child is on his or her way to independence. However, the vision of a messy house and your sister having a conversation with your deceased mom indicates that you will have to face some unfavorable situations that may or may not be brought about by this sudden change in your family setup. Additionally, the black cat suggests that some forces around you would make you feel more anxious. Yet, the image of yourself tidying up the house signifies that you will have unexpected company during this time, and you will reconnect with some people from the past. Ultimately, this dream is a manifestation that some sort of change will happen in your personal life and the impacts it would bring you.

Finding a cell phone

In a dream, finding a cell phone can represent the discovery of something that was lost, such as answers or a connection that was broken. This dream suggests that you are seeking a deeper affinity with your feelings and perception of life. Alternatively, if you find a broken cell phone, it implies the need to fix or address something in your life that requires attention, especially your relationships. In essence, this dream is encouraging you to explore what needs to be fixed and reconnected in your life to gain a better understanding of yourself and your surroundings.