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Chinese Zodiac Signs
What is Chinese Zodiac
The Chinese zodiac, also known as Sheng Xiao or Shu Xiang, is a repeating circle of 12 years. Each year is represented by an animal. Check out your Chinese zodiac animal and compatibility.
Chinese Zodiac Rat
Chinese Zodiac Rat
Chinese Zodiac Rat is the first of the 12 zodiac animals. People born in the year of Rat are usually out-going, alert, intuitive, smart, curious, agile and flexible. Rats are optimistic about life and career.
Chinese Zodiac Ox
Chinese Zodiac Ox
In Chinese culture, Oxen are considered as the symbol of diligence. People born in the Ox years are hardworking, patient, family-oriented, self-confident, precise, and methodical.
Chinese Zodiac Tiger
Chinese Zodiac Tiger
In traditional Chinese culture, the tiger is considered as the king of all beasts. Tiger people are confident, charismatic, courageous, optimistic, full of vigor, generous, and ambitious.
Chinese Zodiac Rabbit
Chinese Zodiac Rabbit
Rabbit is the mildest and most tender animal among the 12 Chinese zodiac signs. People born in the year of the Rabbits are usually gentle, innocent, lively, obedient, generous, sympathetic and meticulous.
Chinese Zodiac Dragon
Chinese Zodiac Dragon
According to Chinese zodiac signs, Dragons are highly capable, intelligent, and born to lead, with their own inner-direct opinions. They are energetic, aspiring, romantic, strong self-respect, and a bit vain.
Chinese Zodiac Snake
Chinese Zodiac Snake
Snake is also the symbol of longevity, same as tortoise. In Chinese culture, people who born in the year of snake are considered to be smart, talented, considerate, and highly motivated.
Chinese Zodiac Horse
Chinese Zodiac Horse
In traditional Chinese culture, the Horse is considered as the symbol of energy and freedom. People born in the year of the Horse are usually energetic, spirited, and independent.
Chinese Zodiac Goat
Chinese Zodiac Goat
Among all Chinese zodiac animals, Goats are the most affectionate. People born under the Chinese zodiac animal Goat are said to be polite, calm, gentle, sympathetic, creative, and reserved.
Chinese Zodiac Monkey
Chinese Zodiac Monkey
Among the 12 Chinese zodiac signs, the Monkey is a favorite animal. Its smart, energetic, and playful characteristics are idealized and worshiped by ancient Chinese people for their pursuit of a better life.
Chinese Zodiac Rooster
Chinese Zodiac Rooster
"Rooster" in the zodiac represents a Don Quixote-style person who is full of fantasy, chivalry and righteousness. Rooster people are honest, intelligent, good at interpersonal communication, and ambitious.
Chinese Zodiac Dog
Chinese Zodiac Dog
Dog people are determined individuals and they can always fulfill the task well. They value friendships; they’re loyal, honest, trustworthy and reliable and have strong morals and ethics.
Chinese Zodiac Pig
Chinese Zodiac Pig
Pig is one of the most popular Chinese zodiac animals. People born in the year of Pig are usually gentle, kind-hearted, honest, unsophisticated, low-key, generous, dedicated and have self-knowledge.

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