Dishes Superstitions
Explore traditional beliefs about dishes and kitchen utensils. Many cultures see tableware as carriers of omens or spiritual significance.
Dish Sponge
Using an old or dirty sponge is said to hold onto bad energy.
Throwing away a sponge after a big argument is believed to clear negative vibes.
Never use the same sponge for both dishes and the floor-it brings confusion and domestic disorder.
Fork
Dropping a fork is a sign that a female visitor is coming.
Placing a fork with its tines facing down is said to "stab" your luck.
Forks crossed on a plate are said to attract disagreements.
Glass
Breaking a glass is often a sign of releasing negative energy or warding off bad luck-especially during celebrations.
A cracked glass in the cupboard is seen as a bad omen and should be discarded immediately.
Glass and Porcelain
Breaking porcelain unintentionally is thought to release bad spirits or prevent misfortune.
However, breaking it deliberately symbolizes good luck and new beginnings.
A chipped glass or cup should never be used, as it is believed to attract illness.
Knife
Giving someone a knife as a gift is believed to sever the friendship unless the recipient gives a coin in return.
Leaving a knife crossed with a fork brings conflict to the household.
A dropped knife usually signals the arrival of a male visitor.
Spoon
If you drop a spoon, a child or a woman is about to visit you.
Finding a spoon on the ground is considered lucky.
Stirring tea or coffee with a spoon and letting it fall into the cup means you'll soon receive unexpected news.
Teapot
A whistling teapot when no one is near it may be a sign of spirits trying to communicate.
Never pour tea while arguing-it is said to transfer bad energy into the drink.
If a teapot drips while pouring, someone is gossiping about you.
