Chinese Zodiac Tiger

Chinese Lunar Year 2022 is the Year of the Tiger, according to Chinese zodiac signs. It starts from February 1, 2022, and lasts until January 21, 2023. And Chinese Year 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit.

Chinese zodiac tiger is the third of the 12 Chinese zodiac animals, following Rat and Ox. In order, the 12 zodiac animal signs are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.

In traditional Chinese culture, the tiger is considered as the king of all beasts and symbolizes dignity, might, bravery, and authority.

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Chinese Zodiac Tiger Years – Am I a Tiger?

The recent and incoming Chinese zodiac years of Tiger include 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010, 2022, and 2034.

In most cases, if you were born in one of the above Gregorian calendar years, your Chinese zodiac animal sign is probably the Tiger. But if you were born in early February in one of the above years, you might be a Tiger or an Ox. Moreover, if you were born in early February in 1927, 1939, 1951, 1963, 1975, 1987, 1999, 2011, 2023, and 2035, your Chinese zodiac animal may be the Tiger or the Rabbit.

Recent Chinese Zodiac Tiger Years

The table below is the best and easiest way to find out whether your Chinese zodiac animal sign is the Tiger or not. You don’t have to switch your birthday from the Gregorian calendar to the Chinese lunar calendar or calculate any math equations.

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Chinese Zodiac Tiger in Chinese Culture

1. One of the Four Gods

Baihu (白虎, the White Tiger) is revered as one of the Four Gods in ancient times, along with the Azure Dragon, the Vermilion Bird, and the Black Tortoise. They are gods because of star worship in remote times. It’s also one of the Four Symbols of the Chinese constellations. Deeply integrated with Chinese cultures like Chinese astrology, astronomy, and Feng Shui, the White Tiger represents the west in terms of direction, white color, metal/gold of the Chinese “Five Elements” and the autumn season.

2. Tiger Deity

Tiger Deity is called Hu Ye (虎爷) in Chinese. In Chinese folk religion, the tiger was originally the ride of Tudigong (土地公, Earth God) or Chenghuangshen (城隍神, City God). It later evolved as a riding companion of many gods, including Baosheng Dadi (保生大帝, Deity of Medicine), Zhang Daoling (张道陵, Ancestral Celestial Master), and Zhao Gongming (赵公明, God of Wealth). Being the ride of Earth God or City God, the tiger becomes a guardian spirit to protect temples, villages, and cities. Legend has it that the Black Tiger, the ride of God of Wealth, can invite and master money.

3. God for Dispute

According to ancient Chinese folk tales, the White Tiger is the God for Dispute. The White Tiger comes out to find food and eat people alive on the Day of Jingzhe (the third of the 24 solar terms of traditional Chinese lunar calendar) every year. Anyone who offends the White Tiger will have Xiao Ren (小人) this year. Xiao Ren, literally “small people”, refers to backstabbers, trouble-makers, busybodies, and gossipers. It’s a traditional ritual in China, especially in Cantonese regions, to make offerings to the White Tiger and “beat Xiao Ren” (打小人) on Jingzhe annually.

4. A Symbol of Protection

In Chinese folklore, the tiger is also a symbol of protection. It’s believed that this fearless creature can chase away evil spirits. It often teamed up with the dragon to be carved on tombs to protect the dead from spiritual enemies. Additionally, the image of a tiger is often hanging on a wall facing the entrance to protect the household and ward off demons. Even in modern China, many Chinese parents give babies to wear tiger-headed caps and shoes to protect the baby and drive away evil spirits.

Lucky and Unlucky Things for People Born in the Chinese Zodiac Year of the Tiger

Things to Bring Tiger Good Luck

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Chinese Zodiac Tiger Traits: Confident, Brave, Ambitious...

According to Chinese zodiac signs, people born in the year of the Tiger are confident, charismatic, courageous, optimistic, full of vigor, generous, and ambitious. They are also gifted with enthusiasm and innovation. They like meeting new people and interesting things.

People under the Tiger sign are earnest and hardworking. They will get the task done with passion, tenacity, and efficiency. They never give up halfway until they reach their goals, even when there seems to be no hope left.

The Tiger is considered as the king of all the animals and the king of the mountain in China. People born in the year of the Tiger are natural leaders. They are born to command, not to obey. With great perseverance and confidence, they can be competent leaders. On the other side, they are rarely gregarious and too self-confident. It’s hard for them to coordinate with other people at work.

With a strong sense of justice and sympathy, Tiger people are likely to stand up and offer help if they witness something they see as unfair or unjust.

However, Tiger people can be emotional, irritable, rebellious, reckless, and credulous. They often persist in their old ways and are unable to listen attentively to others.

Strengths of Tiger

Weakness of Tiger

Male Tiger Characteristics

In Chinese zodiac signs, male Tigers are optimistic, enterprising, ambitious and full of confidence. They are also stubborn, dictatorial, emotional, prone to suspicion, and reckless. As for career, male Tigers will likely work for a company that allows them to develop freely and satisfy their ambitions. They are dedicated to working, so it’s easy for them to move up in any career. Men under the Tiger zodiac sign are charismatic to women. In a love relationship, Tiger men can be possessive when getting jealous.

Female Tiger Characteristics

Females born in the Chinese zodiac year of Tiger are charming, energetic, articulate, intelligent, determined, and patient. When it comes to work, female Tigers are also independent, earnest, and hardworking. Very likely, they will make great achievements in their careers. In love, Tiger women are loyal partners. They are enthusiastic and possessive. But sometimes being over enthusiastic will make their partners feel uncomfortable.

Chinese Zodiac Tiger Five Elements for Five Personalities

Zodiac Tiger Love Compatibility – Your Most Compatible Zodiacs

Chinese zodiac animal compatibility is mainly derived from the inter-promoting and inter-regulating relations of traditional Chinese astrology’s 12 Dizhi (地支, Earthly Branches). 

Accordingly, some of the zodiac animal signs can be compatible, while some may not get along with each other. Read on to know what Chinese zodiac signs are most compatible with the Tiger zodiac in love, friendship, and business.

Best Matches: Horse, Dog, Pig

According to Chinese astrology, the Tiger, the Horse, and the Dog are one of the four trines of the San He (三合, Three Harmonies) groups. The three animals in the same group could be harmonious and bring good luck to each other.

Besides, the Tiger and the Pig are one pair of the Liu He (六合, Six Harmonies) groups. The two animal signs in the same compatible group get along very well and secretly help each other.

Generally speaking, Three Harmonies is better than Six Harmonies. Therefore, the Tiger best matches the Horse and the Dog. The Pig is the second-best compatibility for the Tiger.

Least Matches: Snake, Monkey

The Tiger and the Monkey are in one group of the Liu Chong (六冲, Six Conflicting) groups. They are not the best love compatibility because there will be many quarrels and disagreements. As for business, such a match may lead to endless troubles.

The Tiger and the Snake are also incompatible because they are in the same group of the Liu Hai (六害, Six Harming) groups. Harming means being harmful to each other generally. As such, if the Tiger and the Snake stay together, they could harm each other, even unintentionally.

What’s more, the Tiger, the Monkey, and the Snake are also in the same group of the San Xing (三刑, Three Punishment) groups. This punishment group is called “ungrateful punishment”. The match of either two animal signs will affect each other and bring good luck in life to a close.

Tiger’s Compatibility with 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals

Zodiac Tiger’s Horoscope in 2024 - the Year of the Dragon

For those who belong to the Chinese Tiger zodiac sign, the year of the Dragon will be relatively stable. You will not be in harmony with the God Tai Sui, but 2024 is not a year of high prosperity. In the Year of the Dragon, Tiger natives are prone to mental stress. You need to face challenges with a positive mindset.

According to Chinese astrological predictions, Tigers will have the assistance of auspicious stars "Luxun" and "Yima", which are good for your career and finances. Romance may prove somewhat tricky, but there’s nothing serious to worry about.

Read the details of Zodiac Tiger’s horoscope in 2023 and follow the advice.

Health

Due to the influence of "Yima" star, there may be more business trips in the year of the Dragon. It can affect your biological clock. You need to take time to adapt to issues such as jet lag. Pay attention to your diet and adapt your body to environmental changes.

Moreover, under the negative influence of the unlucky stars "Tiangou", "Diaoke" and "Tianku", there is a chance of encountering minor accidents while traveling. Tiger people should pay more attention to the security and weather changes of your destination before traveling. You should purchase suitable travel insurance, , and avoid high-risk activities for your safety.

Career

In 2024, Tiger natives will have a relatively good year in terms of career. With the assistance of the auspicious star of "Luxun", Tigers will be appreciated for your talents and contribution. Promotion and salary increase would be expected. As long as you properly relieve work pressure and adjust your mentality to face it positively, you will be able to deal with the challenges this year.

You can enroll in on-the-job courses or study abroad to enrich yourself. Although you will be busier, it will be more helpful for long-term development.

Love & Relationship

Since there won’t be any particular auspicious star, single Tigers are unlikely to have a love breakthrough. If you are longing for love, you may meet your crush during a business trip or vacation. But long-distance relationships are difficult to develop. You should spend more time communicating, and getting to know each other better.

For married Tigers, you should be mentally prepared that this year you may spend less time together with your partner due to business trips and other reasons. You need to allocate your time reasonably. It’s recommended to travel more often with your partner or develop common interests to maintain your relationship.

Wealth

With the positive influence of the "Luxun" and "Yima" stars, people born under the zodiac sign of the Tiger are likely to get an increase for salary. But there will be additional expenses, so you need to manage your finances rationally. 

If you are considering buying property overseas or buying foreign currency, you must analyze the local market in advance and take a step-by-step approach. It is not advisable to act too hastily.

For small business owners born under the Chinese Tiger zodiac sign, you can make profits as long as you adopt a hands-on management approach and are not afraid of hardships.

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Chinese Zodiac Tiger Vocabulary & Idioms