What does 888 mean? Its angel number meaning in relationships, career and life.

Olivia Munson, USA TODAY

Updated June 28, 2024 at 11:50 PM·4 min read

Have repeating eights popped up on just about everything that has numbers, from clocks to prices on receipts? If this is the case, great successes could be on their way!

In numerology, angel numbers, or repeating number sequences, can be used as guides for deeper spiritual exploration as each numeral has its own significance.

In a conversation with Elizabeth Summers, esoteric numerologer, USA TODAY breaks down the number eight, its angel number meaning and how it may affect your relationships and career.

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What does 888 mean?

The buzzword for the number eight is power, said Summers. So, if you are seeing many repeating eights, it may be a sign to take your power back in situations where you've lost it. This could be emotional, financial or business power.

This angel number is ruled by the planet Saturn, which is seen as the "drill instructor in the universe," said Summers. "It is about taking one's power first. It does emotional power first, and then it moves out into the environment."

As a result, 888 is a forceful angel number. It prompts you to take control of your life.

Additionally, the angel number 888 is associated with karma — the principle, in simple terms, meaning what goes around comes back. The karma found through this angel number signals rewards for all your efforts. As result, seeing 888 can mean great success are ahead, whether it be in career or relationships.

Someone can reap the benefits from the focus and individual growth associated with the angel number 777, working in hand with 888. "They put the work in," said Summers. "If we do growth, then the rewards come in an eight year."

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Career

In numerology, eight is seen as a business number. Seeing the angel number 888 might signal it's time to use your voice in the workplace, said Summers.

If you've been working hard and are not getting paid what you're worth, or feel under-appreciated, speak up.

This angel number prompts you to negotiate and move forward in your career. As a result, some may see promotions on the horizon when seeing 888.

However, this angel number could also mean a change in career, said Summers. While this may seem like a bad thing, that is not always the case. Losing your job could lead to something bigger and brighter for your career.

"This across the board is for our highest good and our greatest joy," she said. "We have to move on in order to find that. I'm telling the spirit will step in."

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Relationships

Taking your power back also translates to relationships with the angel number 888.

You may decide you do not want to be in a certain relationship anymore. This angel number can mean it is time explore new opportunities and avenues and put an end to old relationships.

"It comes down to, 'Is this what you think you deserve?'" said Summers.

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Strengths

The positives of the angel number 888 can be found in its power, success and karma principles. This can lead to balance, abundance and wealth in your life.

All the changes and self-reflection you have put in are now coming to fruition and seeing the angel number 888 means it is time to celebrate these triumphs.

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Weaknesses

But with great success, you need to make sure it does not go to your head. The number eight can be seen as an ego trip, said Summers. So, always have compassion and humility when approaching situations.

When it comes to taking charge in your life, you also need to have responsibility for your actions and choices. It's all about having a good attitude, which is another buzzword for the angel number 888.

"In order to move forward, we have to think and value in a humble, truthful way who we are, what we have to offer (and) allow ourselves to be guided one day at a time," said Summers.