Chinese Zodiac Revealed: The 12 Animal Signs and Their Meanings
                     12 Animal Signs of 
the Chinese Zodiac
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Chinese astrology is divided into 12 animal sign categories. According to Chinese 
mythology, the semi-mythical Yellow Emperor created the animal signs in 2637 B.C. 
Another myth states that before leaving Earth, the Lord Buddha called all the animals 
to come to him. Only 12 animals showed up to say goodbye to him. He gave them 
each a year in the order of their arrival as a reward. Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, 
Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig came first. We now have 12 
signs as a result.
These 12 Animal Signs, each of which has a unique year in the cycle, are the basis of 
the Chinese horoscope. Your life is significantly impacted by the year of the animal 
that was ruling the world when you were born. This is the beast that lurks in your 
heart, as the Chinese proverb puts it.
CHINESE ZODIAC ANIMAL SIGN
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THE RAT
Birth years of the Rat: 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020
Next year of the Rat: 2032
Rat is intelligent, endearing, and inventive, according to Wang. "How he won first place is 
that." By riding on the Ox's back and hopping off just in time to cross the finish line, the Rat 
won the emperor's fabled race. For those born under this Chinese astrology sign, this wit's 
exceptional sharpness is a source of pride. Rat actually gets along best with Ox, as well as 
with Dragon and Monkey.
THE OX
Birth years of the Ox: 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021
Next year of the Ox: 2033
The Ox finished second after being tricked by the Rat. Ox is very tenacious, kind, and patient, 
according to Wang. Ox is also seen as being particularly tenacious. By 2021, the Metal Ox year, 
persons born in Ox years may have benefited from those virtues because, according to Chinese 
astrology, your own year is really seen to be unfortunate. That's because it's believed that being born 
enrages the Chinese deity of luck Tai Sui, who then curses you. Wang explains, "He's going to be 
against you." You're making an effort to battle that beast. Wearing red, an auspicious colour in 
Chinese culture, is one way to fend off the ills of your birth year. The best opponents for an Ox are 
snakes, rats, and roosters.
THE TIGER
Birth years of the Tiger: 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022
Next year of the Tiger: 2034
Tiger is a highly daring animal, says Wang. The Chinese believe those born in that year to 
be extremely lucky. The drawback is that Tigers may exhibit theatrical and arrogant 
behaviour. Fascinating research from Forbes revealed that a disproportionately high 
percentage of the 400 wealthiest Americans were Tiger babies. Tiger complements dragon, 
horse, and pig beautifully.
THE RABBIT
Birth years of the Rabbit: 1915, 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011
Next year of the Rabbit: 2023
Rabbit year births are said to be intelligent, compassionate, and submissive. Snakes and 
Rabbits do not get along, as Wang is well aware of from personal experience. She remembers, 
"My dad was an Ox." I'm my dad's girl. My mother, a Rabbit, said that I had mistreated her. 
According to legend, rabbits get along splendidly with pigs, dogs, goats, and monkeys.
THE DRAGON
Birth years of the Dragon: 1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012
Next year of the Dragon: 2024
Due to the significance of dragons to Chinese culture, the Dragon is a particularly well-liked 
astrological sign in China. "Dragon has a good disposition and enthusiasm. Because everyone 
wants a Dragon baby, the birth rate may even rise during that year, according to Wang. When 
Dragon babies need to attend college, there is a lot of competitiveness because there are more 
competitors. She also mentions the fact that Jack Ma, the founder of Alibaba and one of 
China's wealthiest men, is a Dragon. The finest allies for dragons are roosters, rats, and 
monkeys.
THE SNAKE
Birth years of the Snake: 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013
Next year of the Snake: 2025
According to Wang, "Snake is like the tiny Dragon, so that is also quite popular." They can 
be incredibly clever and inquisitive, yet they can also be envious and greedy. I actually 
married an Ox, and the snake pairs pretty nicely with Ox." A snake pairs best with dragons 
and roosters.
THE HORSE
Birth years of the Horse: 1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014
Next year of the Horse: 2026
According to Wang, the horse has been one of the most significant animals in human 
history, which is why it "is a leader and very generous as well." Horse year births are also 
associated with talent and vigour. Tigers, goats, and rabbits go well together with this 
Chinese zodiac sign.
THE GOAT
Birth years of the Goat: 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015
Next year of the Goat: 2027
Those born in Goat years are kind, decent, and a touch hesitant, and are frequently perceived 
as followers rather than leaders. In fact, according to Wang, "Goat is an animal that a lot of 
people strive to avoid because Goat always has a rough life," who also notes that the birth rate 
typically declines during Goat years. Make a match with a Horse, Rabbit, or Pig if you're a 
Goat if you want to succeed in life. These zodiac memes will probably make you smile even if 
astrology isn't your thing.
THE MONKEY
Birth years of the Monkey: 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016
Next year of the Monkey: 2028
Almost everyone adores monkeys, maybe because they are the animal most closely related to 
humans genetically. Monkey is quite funny and has excellent social skills, according to Wang. 
These two characteristics also give Monkeys a lively and occasionally mischievous 
disposition. This sign is best matched with the patient Ox and the kind Rabbit.
THE ROOSTER
Birth years of the Rooster: 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017
Next year of the Rooster: 2029
The Rooster is a reliable and consistent sign that can be used to both literally and 
figuratively set one's clock. Because of this, Roosters typically prosper greatly during Ox 
years. Wang adds, "They are also quite daring and really entertaining." The most suitable 
partners for a Rooster are Ox and Snake. You might want to cross-reference your zodiacs to 
determine your compatibility. These are the zodiac signs that should never date one another, 
according to Western astrology.
THE DOG
Birth years of the Dog: 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018
Next year of the Dog: 2030
Dog sign is exactly what you envision when you think of dogs, claims Wang. Dogs are 
incredibly devoted, fun-loving, and selfless. Like how humans breed real animals for 
particular purposes or utilise them as protection, this symbol is also thought to be useful. A 
rabbit is the perfect choice for a dog because they are both friendly and affectionate.
THE PIG
Birth years of the Pig: 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019
Next year of the Pig: 2031
According to Wang, "The Pig is kind, joyful, forthright, and persuasive." While it finished 
last in the emperor's race, the Pig is no pushover. The year 2019 was the Earth Pig, which 
was supposed to offer stability, prosperity, and opportunity. How did it go for you? Pigs are 
happiest around tigers, rabbits, and goats.
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