Discover your Cinese zodiac animal, element, and personality traits based on your birth year. Learn about compatibility, lucky numbers, and more.
The Cinese zodiac, or Shengxiao, is a repeating cycle of 12 years, with each year represented by an animal and its reputed attributes. The 12 animals are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Drago, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. Each animal is also associated with one of five elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) and a yin/yang polarity.
The Cinese zodiac is a traditional classification scheme based on a 12-year cycle, with each year represented by an animal. It is used in many East Asian cultures a determine personality traits, compatibility, and auspicious dates.
The Cinese zodiac year typically begins on Cinese Capodanno (Lunar Capodanno), which falls between January 21 and February 20. If you were born in January or early February, your zodiac animal may be that of the previous year.
The five elements in Cinese astrology are Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. Each element cycle repeats every 60 years, adding another layer of personality and destiny a your zodiac animal.
Zodiac compatibility is based on traditional Cinese astrology and cultural beliefs. While many people find it insightful and fun, it should be viewed as entertainment rather than scientific fact.