Year of the Dragon (辰)
confident, charismatic, ambitious
Personality
Dragons are big-hearted idealists, full of energy and confidence, naturally drawing attention.
Strengths
Visionary, energetic and optimistic, able to inspire others.
Watch for
Can be proud and demanding and dislike being managed; humility and understanding help.
Years of the Dragon
1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024, 2036 (the year turns at Start of Spring or Lunar New Year, so check if you were born early in the year)
Matches with each sign
| Sign | Relation | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Rat | Triple Harmony | Part of the same harmony trio, with close goals and values; good partners in work and life. |
| Ox | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Tiger | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Rabbit | Harm | Traditionally one of the six harms: small things easily become misunderstandings or grudges; more openness and understanding help. |
| Dragon | Self-punishment | A same-sign pairing traditionally called self-punishing: similar natures can wear each other down, so keep some space. |
| Snake | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Horse | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Goat | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Monkey | Triple Harmony | Part of the same harmony trio, with close goals and values; good partners in work and life. |
| Rooster | Six Harmony | Traditionally one of the best matches: mutual attraction and support, natural rapport and a relationship that settles easily. |
| Dog | Clash | Very different temperaments and paces, prone to friction and arguments; the differences can also complement, if you communicate and make allowances. |
| Pig | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
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This is fixed text compiled from general convention, not a reading of any individual and not a prediction. For important decisions, please consult qualified professionals.