What Does Your Chinese Zodiac Sign Say About You?

Have you ever seen the Chinese Zodiac signs? If not, then you should check it out sometime. Some really interesting personality related information can be found in the Chinese Zodiac.

Your birth year will determine your Chinese Zodiac animal. When calculating what is your Chinese Zodiac animal, you should keep in mind that the Chinese Zodiac is based on the beginning of the year in the Chinese calendar, not the regular calendar year. At this point you should know that the beginning of the year in the Chinese calendar varies from year-to-year and often falls in late January or early February.

This means that if you are born sometime in the early January or just before the start of the Chinese New Year in February, then you might want to read about the personality traits associated with the previous year’s Zodiac to see if it more likely fits you.

Below are the 12 Chinese Zodiac Signs and their personality traits and meanings:

Year Of The Rat

(1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020)

People born in the year of the Rat are charming and generally companionably and at ease in social situations. Usually these people are very popular individuals and show extremely good businessskills. In addition they are also known to be critical and quick-tempered.

These people also have an exceptional understanding of information and ideas and also they have vivid imaginations and unique intellectual abilities. They are able to see many opportunities that other people may miss. They are usually opportunists, however they may take on way too many commitments to fault.

These people highly value their relationships. Also they are very generous and passionate in love as they are in businesses.

Year Of The Ox

(1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021)

For these people we usually say that they are ‘strong as an ox’. This is due to their uncanny ability to face and manage most types of circumstances. This means that they can deal with their responsibilities methodically and earn much respect for their confidence and great capabilities.

However, on the other hand, sometimes they are prone to being chauvinists and are also very demanding people. They are determined to defend their own interests to the extremes. In addition they have an admirable sense of duty, which sometimes resultswith a less passionate or exciting personal life although very much stable. However these people are known to be consistently faithful to their families and partners.

Year Of The Tiger

(1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022)

The people that are born in the Year of the Tiger are known to be deeply sensitive and very in-tune with their emotions. This makes them awesome lovers or partners. Also these people seek balance between their domineering and strongly competitive nature and their immense need for love, which both drive them towards seeking independence from love.

Therefore they bring passion and open candor into any relationship, however they also expect the same in return. Even though these people have amazing confidence, they can be quite shaken or depressed by criticisms at times. They can also be inherently restless.

These people are widely known for their ability to get back on their feet after some negative occurrences. When facing challenges they are usually dignified and courageous. This makes them great leaders.

YearOf The Rabbit/Hare

(1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023)

People born in the Year of the Rabbit are usually well-liked. This is because they are affectionate, pleasant, and polite-mannered. In most of the cases they feel more comfortable staying out of disputes, controversies, or mini-quarrels. They very much love enjoyable pursuits that, although unintentional, they tend to forget about their loved ones’ needs without them realizing it.

Many times these people become distracted with fun. Even though they want to have good time, they are also very quiet and conservative and intellectual. Many people think that their overly sentimental traits are shallow, but they can be very loving. Usually they seek security in every relationship.

YearOf The Dragon

(1916, 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024)

Usually people that are born in the Year of the Dragon are charismatic and they are always brimming with energy. Also they are highly intelligent and very talented. In some cases they can be boisterous and loud. They often follow their own course, not believing that there are rules that can stop them.

In addition they are perfectionists and they can be very demanding of others, just as they are to themselves. Nonetheless, dragons are generally tend to be successful. Also they enjoy challenging situations that give them the opportunity to use their innate talents and energies. As for the relationships, these people are committed when in a relationship. However relationships are not very important to them, because they are fans of adventure.

Year Of The Snake

(1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025)

These people are known to be profound thinkers. In addition they possess great wisdom. Also they are willing to work imperceptibly in order to achieve their goals discreetly without anyone realizing it. People born in the Year of the Snake also have a very charming and romantic side. They usually seek elegance in their relationships.

On the other hand, these people are prone jealousy.They usually seem like loners and they tend to be secretive from time to time. Finally you should know that Snake people, in most of the cases, appreciate and prefer solitude.

Year Of The Horse

(1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, 2026)

Have you ever heard the popular expression ‘works like a horse’? If you have then you must know that this expression completely applies to these people. The Horse people put too much effort in their line of work. Unless they have a job that is beneath them, they will readily commit to success and hard work.

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Horse people are prone to explode in their own tempers and become impulsive especially in love. Also for these people we can say that they are not good team players. They prefer independent work. Their independence may lend themselves characteristic of Egotism. On the other hand, their strong intellect and excellent verbal skills can help them in many social situations. Horse people can be quite popular.

Year Of The Ram

(1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027)

People born in the Ram Year usually are charming and likable. Even though in most of the cases, they are socially gracious, sometimes they can be quite reserved. Also for the Ram people we can say that they are kind, sensitive, and sympathetic individuals. These people usually are interested in art, nature, and culture, thus they also often have an artistic or creative nature.

On the other hand, in many cases these people can be prone to pessimism and complain a lot. The Ram people are usually on the opposite ends of being assertively self-confident and being prone to timidity. However in relationships, they feel fulfilled, as long as there is security.

YearOf The Monkey

(1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028)

The Monkey people are usually intelligent and the have energetic nature. Also they possess magnetic personalities that draw in crowds. These people usually have the most appealing personalities and somewhat an eccentric side to them while also possessing the likely gift of chatter. They are quick-witted, which means that they have the talent to turn every situation into a humorous one.

On the other hand, many people believe that the Monkey people’s personality is not trustworthy. This is mainly because of their practical jokes that they often pull on other people. People that are born in the year of the Monkey have a lot of energy and most of the time they are restless.This is why it is so hard for them to choose careers. Nevertheless, these people can succeed in environments that thrive on change, which includes dynamic relationships.

Year Of The Rooster

(1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029)

People born in the Year of the Rooster have great sense of industry and diligence when it comes to work.Also these people easily express their opinions, because they think they have every right to do share it. In addition, often they want to be in the center of attention. They often display an attention-grabbing garb and style. They usually get the attention that they want.

Despite their sometimes frustrating demands, these people have many friends. In addition they can be very loyal and genuine in their relationships. Due to their high standards, the Rooster people often tend to achieve great success in their chosen careers.

Year Of The Dog

(1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, 2030)

People that are born in the Year of the Dog are widely known for their honesty and loyalty when it comes to relationships. Whether it is a hobby or a career these people put their whole heart and soul into that subject. Also the Dog people often stick strongly to their principles of fairness and justice. In addition they have great creative problem-solving skills. These people usually have the need to criticize and they are well known for having a “sharp tongues.”

When it comes to friends and relationships, these people can be very trustworthy. However, when it comes to their special someone’s, they can be quite unforgiving. This is because they tend to hold grudges till they feel they have been appeased. Dog people usually seek for a good, long-lasting relationship. This makes them loyal for life, especially if they feel they have found their soul-mate.

YearOf The Pig

(1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, 2031)

For the people born in the Pig Year we can say that they are wonderful companions. This is because they are tolerant, kind, sincere, and intellectually strong. This helps them perform well in rich conversations. These people often use their intellect to go after challenging goals and ultimately achieve them.

These people are doing their best to maintain the social harmony. Therefore, they are overlooking people’s faults and they are seeing only the best in people. Pig people are usually wit and they have a great sense of humor. Their biggest flow is that they are extremely naive in expecting the same good traits in others.

One of their biggest weaknesses is that they feel rage when people do not give them the same kindness they are giving to them. Even though, these people have sympathies toward the material and physical thing, they also deeply cherish family and home life.