Year of the Rooster (酉)
diligent, precise, principled
Personality
Roosters are conscientious, attentive to detail and efficiency, punctual and true to their principles.
Strengths
Organised, responsible and observant, aiming for excellence.
Watch for
Can be critical and blunt; more tolerance and tact help.
Years of the Rooster
1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029, 2041 (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 | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Ox | Triple Harmony | Part of the same harmony trio, with close goals and values; good partners in work and life. |
| Tiger | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Rabbit | Clash | Very different temperaments and paces, prone to friction and arguments; the differences can also complement, if you communicate and make allowances. |
| Dragon | Six Harmony | Traditionally one of the best matches: mutual attraction and support, natural rapport and a relationship that settles easily. |
| Snake | Triple Harmony | Part of the same harmony trio, with close goals and values; good partners in work and life. |
| 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 | Neutral | No notable harmony or clash; how it goes depends on what you build together and on the rest of the charts. |
| Rooster | Self-punishment | A same-sign pairing traditionally called self-punishing: similar natures can wear each other down, so keep some space. |
| Dog | Harm | Traditionally one of the six harms: small things easily become misunderstandings or grudges; more openness and understanding help. |
| 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.