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Chinese Zodiac Compatibility by Birth Year: Predicting Relationship Success

TOI Astrology | Last updated on - Jun 5, 2024, 12:13 IST
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​​Chinese Zodiac Compatibility by Birth Year: Predicting Relationship Success​

According to the Chinese zodiac, the year you were born is a key factor in shaping the characteristics of your personality, strengths, weaknesses and compatibility with others. Chinese zodiac compatibility is based on the principle that some animal signs are naturally more compatible than others, and some pairs are likely to face challenges in their relationship. Let us find out.

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Rat: Dedication and Resourcefulness

​The rat zodiac sign was born in 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, and 2020. It is well-known for its smartness, resourcefulness, and determination. Oxen and rats are highly compatible, as are the Dragon and the Oxen, because they are hardworking, reliable, charismatic, and ambitious. They also have the same connection with the Monkey as they find the playful and intellectual side of the Monkey. Rats may face difficulties in relationships with Goats, as both can have different approaches to life. Rats are very practical, whereas Goats are emotional.

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​​Ox: Loyal and Steady

​The Ox sign symbolises those born in 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, and 2021. Oxen are well-known for their perseverance, endurance, and unwavering dedication. The Ox and the Rat are a natural pair, sharing a common work ethic. With its intelligence and intuition, the Snake also fits well with this sign. They are in the same boat as the hardworking and responsible Rooster. Oxen may face difficulties in its relationship with the sheep since practicality is its characteristic, while the sheep prefer to get away.

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Rabbit: Calm and Kind

Those born in 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, and 2023 are the Rabbit zodiac signs. Rabbits are animals renowned for their gentleness, kindness, and diplomacy. Rabbits are instinctively attracted to the gentle and caring Sheep and the compassionate and empathic Pig. The Rooster is a critical personality type, which can cause problems in the relationship between the Rabbit and the Rooster as the Rabbit is a sensitive being and its nature clashes with the bluntness of the Rooster. They may be overwhelmed by the Ox's rigidity and the Rat's inclination to be a critic.

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Rooster: Competent and Persistent

​The Rooster sign, represented by those born in 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, and 2029, is the sign of the Year. The roosters are well-known for their confident personality, hard work, and carefulness. The Roosters can be a perfect match for the Ox, who is a hard worker and reliable, and the Dragon, who is full of charisma and ambition. Moreover, they have a soulful bond with the clever and insightful Snake. Roosters may go through difficult times in relationships with the shy and sensitive Rabbit since their bluntness may conflict with the Rabbit's gentleness, such as a failure to grasp the Sheep's tendency to escape and the Dog's resistance.

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Monkey: Canny and Resourceful

The people born in 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, and 2028 are all under the Monkey sign of the Chinese horoscope. The latter are famous for their intelligence, adaptability, and playful nature. The monkey is a natural match for the Dragon, a charismatic and enthusiastic individual, and for the Rat, a resourceful and intelligent one. Monkeys may have difficulties in their relationships with the Tiger due to the Tiger’s intensity, as their nature is playful and may conflict with the Tiger’s intensity. They might find this behaviour hard to handle, as the Pig is greedy and the Rooster is critical.
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​​Goat: Easygoing and Caring​

​Those born in 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, and 2027 are classified as the sign of the Goat. Goats are famous for their kind and caring temperament and for their compassion. Goats tend to resonate with the traits of the loving Pig and the kind and diplomatic Rabbit. Goats may face problems in their relationships with the Rats, who are prone to criticism since goats are sensitive. They could be challenged with the Ox's stubbornness and the Dog's possessiveness.

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Horse: Carefree and full of life

​The Horse zodiac sign is represented by people born in 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014, and 2026. These individuals are known for their freedom-loving nature, energy, and love for adventure. Horses and tigers are considered courageous and adventurous signs, and dogs, known as loyal and protective, find natural compatibility. Horses might experience difficulties in their relationships with the hard-working Rat, as their wild nature could be incompatible with a Rat's need for stability. They might also face difficult moments with the Ox's stubbornness and the Rooster's critical nature.

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Tiger: Brave and Adventurous

​Tiger signs' birth years are 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 and 2022. These people are often described as courageous, passionate, and adventurous. Tigers find a natural affinity with the pioneering Horse, as they both enjoy the thrill and excitement of new challenges. They bond with the devoted and guarding Dog, too. Tiger can have difficulties getting along with Monkey as the latter can be too playful and may not match Tiger's intensity. They may also confront the traits that Rooster possesses and Ox's stubbornness.

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Dragon: Charming and Cocky

​​The person born in 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, and 2024, who is the Dragon sign, is known for his charisma, confidence and ambition. Dragons and Rats are just perfect for each other. They are both intelligent and resourceful and both clever and adaptable. They also bond with the dynamic and self-assured Rooster, their friend. The Ox and the Dragon might have relationship problems because the Ox is uncompromising while the Dragon is very adventurous. They may also find the Tiger's intensity and the Dog's possessiveness behaviour incompatible.
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Snake: Intelligent and Intuitive

​Those born in 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, and 2025 are represented by the Snake sign. Snakes are a symbol of wisdom, intuition and navigating through difficult positions. Snakes are the best match for Ox and Rooster because these two animals are loyal, hard-working, confident and ambitious. Snakes could face difficulties in relationships with the fun-loving Pig, as their practical nature may be at odds with the pig's tendency to overindulge. They might also find themselves perplexed with the Rabbit's sensitivity and the Sheep's inclination for escapism.

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​Dog: Faithful and Alert

The birth years are 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006, 2018, and 2030, respectively, for the dog sign people known for their loyalty, protectiveness, and sense of justice. Dogs can perfectly match the brave and adventurous Tiger and the spirited and dynamic Horse. Dogs could have issues in relationships with the brave Dragon, as they are frequently possessive, and this could be a problem with the Dragon’s wish for freedom. They may also find the Ox's stubbornness and the Goat's sensitivity challenging.

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Pig: Caring and Kind

According to the Chinese zodiac, those born in 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007, 2019, and 2031 are the Pigs. Pigs have been associated with love, generosity, and kindness. They also enjoy indulging in the luxuries of life. Pigs and Rabbits are naturally drawn to each other because of their friendly and diplomatic nature. The same can be said about Goats and Pigs, as both have a nurturing and compassionate disposition. The relationship between the Pig and the Critical Rooster can be challenging, as the Pig's sensitive nature may not always align with the Rooster's straightforwardness. They can be affected by the Snake's inclination towards privacy and the Monkey's tricky disposition.

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