All the meanings of dreaming about hippos: your inner monster

Dreaming about animals is very common, but we don’t always do it with the closest animals and that’s when we wake up with some concern about their message. Especially disturbing is the case of dreaming of hippos, animals that we do not usually have in our minds and that are quite unknown to us. If you want to know what the hippopotamus has to tell you in dreams, we will tell you its interpretation in this article.

Hippos in dreams and their interpretation

Surely it does not surprise you at all to dream about your dog or your cat. Even if you don’t have a pet, it is common for these animals to appear in your dreams, but a hippopotamus? When was the last time you thought of a hippo? You miss having this dream so much because it is not an animal that you often have in your head and that is precisely what makes you intuit bad omens in its interpretation.

And in a way it is. Because in the meaning of dreaming about hippos we find the presence of an inner monster. No, it does not mean that you are a monster or a horrible person, but that you are beginning to be aware of an internal conflict that does not let you be happy, that does not let you be yourself and that has made you lose your authenticity.

• But let’s talk about hippos. Their name means “river horse” and they are very unknown animals, since they do not inhabit all parts of the world. We know about them that they are voracious and aggressive and that they have quite enormous strength but at the same time clumsy. Are you drawing the monster in your head? Are you seeing the hippo that you have inside you?
• You may not discover when you wake up what the inner conflict is, but at least now you know that you need to do an introspection exercise. There is something about yourself that terrifies you, something that you do not know or that you do not dare to recognize, a negative force in which you do not quite recognize yourself. So wake up, watch your self-esteem, because most emotional conflicts come from there and try not to feed that hippo you dream of anymore.
• But not everything is going to be negative in the meaning of dreams with hippos. In this animal we find power, strength and a certain agility to move in and out of the water. For this reason, this dream animal can also symbolize the ability to overcome difficulties, to adapt to any circumstance, and the power to face new vital changes.

Do you want to know more about the meaning of dreaming about hippos? Keep reading!

What does it mean to dream of baby or small hippos?

A very common dream is one in which you see small hippos, even babies. These newborn animals can symbolize many things, depending on your feelings in the dream. If they are positive, we will be facing a dream that reveals new beginnings.

And if you have negative emotions in this dream? Then the meaning changes, because we will be talking about low self-esteem. You feel small, without the strength to face problems, and you need to make changes to feel much better about yourself. You can do it!

The meaning of dreaming about a big hippopotamus

When you dream of a large hippopotamus, even a giant one, it is likely that in your dream you have felt some fear, especially if this animal was aggressive. In this case, the dream will mean that you have big problems, especially related to that inner conflict that we mentioned a few lines above.

However, if that hippopotamus did not scare you, if you were calm / or in your dream, the meaning is much more positive. It usually points to vital changes, especially economic or work, some changes that will take you to where you really want to be.

Interpretation of dreaming about hippos in the water

As we said, hippopotamus means “river horse”. They are animals that are mainly found in water. So it is not uncommon to dream that a hippopotamus is in its natural habitat, and it is a positive dream when that water is clean. Because despite that inner conflict that the hippopotamus symbolizes, the animal is swimming in clean water. And the water in dreams is a purifying, cleaning, introspecting element, which serves to help you know what is wrong, to “clean” in some way, what worries you so much.

A dream that is also very common is the one in which you see the hippopotamus in the dirty water. At this point you should have a little more reflection on how your life is and the things that are damaging you emotionally, since cloudy water symbolizes a negative emotional state, even emotions that you do not know how to channel.

Dreaming of a hippopotamus at home: what does it mean?

Houses are a reflection of your own personality in dreams, of your inner world and of everything that matters to you. Just like in real life, your house is your refuge, your safe place. So, suddenly there is a hippopotamus in your house or even have it as a pet, it can help you understand how your life or your interior is.

Generally, this animal will break the peace of your home. And that’s because the hippopotamus can represent everything that worries you. The dream reveals a vital period of confusion, doubts, intrusive thoughts that do not let you see things clearly. However, as we have seen, these animals also symbolize power and strength. So it is normal if you felt good in your dream, because it will reveal that this power has been installed inside you.

What is the meaning of dreaming that a hippopotamus attacks you?

The aggressive hippo that appears in your dream may either attack you or it may chase you. Generally, these kinds of dreams reveal many things about your real life. Because if, for example, this animal attacked you in a dream, it will reveal that there are some toxic people around you who are not being honest with you, although it is not premonitory, it is simply a reflection of your own suspicions.

That the hippopotamus chases you in dreams usually reveals that you are running away from something, possibly from that inner conflict that you have. Instead of facing it, you prefer to look the other way, you prefer not to recognize that there is something wrong. But if he chases you and you confront him, it will reveal your strong personality, your desire to move on and resolve those negative situations.

Symbolism of dreaming of dead hippos

Possibly you have negative emotions when you dream of one or more dead hippos. Perhaps you were walking dreamily and, suddenly, you saw these animals already deceased. In this dream we find a meaning that talks about those difficulties that little by little are taking away the strength, the desire, and the vitality that you had before. It is a warning to change your attitude towards life and towards worries.

However, if in your dream it was you who killed that hippo after it attacked or chased you, the dream is more positive. This would reveal that you are on the right track to improve your self-esteem, and that you are not afraid of those situations that are going to come your way to prevent you from getting to know yourself even better. You have the necessary power to face any concern.

Meaning of dreaming about a hippopotamus according to its color: blue, black, white, pink…

Dreaming of a blue hippo

Generally, the blue color usually symbolizes emotional balance and inner peace. But everything will depend on the tone of your dream hippopotamus, because if it is darker blue, it means that you are facing conflicts and insecurities to achieve that balance, that peace and, ultimately, that happiness that you crave so much.

Dreaming of a black hippo

The color black, when it appears in dreams, is usually associated with negativity and emotions such as frustration. Perhaps the hippo of your dream experience appears in this color so that you realize the emotions that you are having and begin to work on them.

Dreaming of a white hippo

The white color in dreams is the color of new beginnings, renewal and inner cleanliness. Therefore, if the hippopotamus represents that “monster” that seems to have settled inside you, the color white reveals that little by little all the negative things that you have inside you are going to disappear, that you are on the right path because you are renewing to be happy again.

Dreaming of a pink hippo

If the pink hippopotamus in your dream gives you positive feelings, we can focus on the most positive symbolism of this dream color, which is none other than the love within you. If the hippopotamus reveals internal conflicts, the color pink shows that, despite this, you have enough love for yourself, and that self-love is what will lead you to improve your self-esteem. You just need to realize it.

Meaning of dreaming that you are a hippopotamus

Of all the animals you could become in your dreams, you have become a hippopotamus. Weird right? However, it is a dream from which you can learn a lot. Because if you feel bad being a hippo, then this dream experience will mean that you are in a period of low self-esteem.

But it is likely that in your dream you do not mind being a hippo at all, you are even enjoying it. This is because, despite everything, you have a great ability to adapt to any situation, and above all because you have more emotional strength than you think.