Chinese Zodiac Guide
Discover the 12 animals of the Chinese zodiac, their traits, and their compatibility with other signs
Quick-witted, resourceful, versatile, and kind. Rats are known for their intelligence and ability to adapt to any situation.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020
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Hardworking, reliable, and strong. Oxen are known for their determination and ability to achieve their goals through persistence.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
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Brave, competitive, and unpredictable. Tigers are natural leaders who love challenges and adventure.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
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Gentle, quiet, and elegant. Rabbits are known for their kindness and ability to create harmony in any environment.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023
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Confident, intelligent, and enthusiastic. Dragons are natural born leaders who inspire others with their charisma.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024
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Wise, enigmatic, and graceful. Snakes are deep thinkers who rely on their own judgment and intuition.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025
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Energetic, independent, and free-spirited. Horses love freedom and hate being constrained by rules.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026
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Calm, gentle, and sympathetic. Goats are creative souls who value art and beauty in all forms.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027
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Sharp, smart, and curious. Monkeys are quick learners who love to solve problems and entertain others.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028
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Observant, hardworking, and courageous. Roosters are perfectionists who pay attention to every detail.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029
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Loyal, honest, and responsible. Dogs are the most faithful and trustworthy of all zodiac signs.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030
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Compassionate, generous, and diligent. Pigs are sincere and honest people who enjoy the simple pleasures in life.
Key Traits
Recent Years
1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031