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Discover your animal sign, personality traits, compatibility, and predictions based on the ancient Chinese astrological system that has guided lives for over 2,000 years.
According to ancient Chinese mythology, the Jade Emperor organized a great race to select 12 animals as calendar signs. The order of the zodiac was determined by the order in which the animals crossed the finish line.
The clever Rat rode on the Ox's back and jumped ahead at the last moment to win first place. The diligent Ox came second, followed by the powerful Tiger and agile Rabbit. The Dragon could have won but stopped to help others, finishing fifth. The Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig completed the zodiac in that order.
Each year is governed by one of the 12 animals, creating a repeating cycle. Your birth year determines your zodiac animal and core personality traits.
Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water combine with animals to create a 60-year cycle, adding depth and nuance to each sign's characteristics.
The zodiac influences major life decisions in Chinese culture, from choosing wedding dates to business partnerships and naming children.
2025: Year of the Wood Snake
Year Theme
The Year of the Wood Snake brings transformation, wisdom, and strategic thinking. It's a time for careful planning, intellectual pursuits, and spiritual growth. The Snake's intuitive nature combined with Wood's growth energy creates opportunities for personal development and creative breakthroughs.
Lucky Colors
Lucky Numbers
Lucky Direction
SouthElement
WoodOpportunities
- β’ Strategic planning and investments
- β’ Educational and spiritual pursuits
- β’ Creative and artistic endeavors
Challenges
- β’ Avoid impulsive decisions
- β’ Guard against deception
- β’ Maintain work-life balance
The 12 Animal Signs
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Chinese Zodiac compatibility is based on the principle of harmony between signs. Animals within the same triangle share similar values and understand each other naturally, while certain combinations may face challenges but can learn from their differences.
Leaders & Pioneers
Ambitious, intelligent, charismatic
Hard Workers
Diligent, determined, reliable
Protectors
Brave, loyal, idealistic
Peacemakers
Gentle, artistic, compassionate
Triangle Partners
Animals in the same compatibility triangle understand each other deeply
Complementary Signs
Signs 4 years apart often balance each other well
Opposite Signs
Animals 6 years apart may have conflicting values
Square Signs
Signs 3 years apart might experience tension