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

Things to Bring Tiger Bad Luck

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 2025 - the Year of the Snake

Those who were born in the Year of the Tiger have had a dramatic fortune in the past two years. Entering 2025, Tigers will face some challenges and difficulties under the negative influence of offending Tai Sui in the way of punishment (Punish Tai Sui) and destroy (Destroy Tai Sui). As a result, Tigers people tend to have poor interpersonal relationships and potential workplace sabotage.

Tigers have a bad temper in nature. In 2025, you should learn to consider other people's feelings when communicating. Otherwise, it may affect your work and home fortunes.

Though offending Tai Sui, you still enjoy the blessing of auspicious stars “Tiande” and “Fuxing”. Whether investing or cooperating with others, although there are many twists and turns in the process, the final result is still good. However, you should be prudent and take extra caution when making investments. Avoid engaging in speculative activities.

Read the details of Zodiac Tiger’s horoscope in 2025 and follow the advice.

Career

People born in the Year of the Tiger are ambitious and stand out no matter what position you hold. But in 2025, things will not be smooth at all times. You may not receive recognition from your leaders and bosses. Meanwhile, you may become the target of backstabbers. It will be beneficial to keep a good relationship with peers and superiors. It’s advisable to take a step back when you disagree with colleagues.

You should be cautious when dealing with relationships in the workplace. Establishing good mutual trust and cooperative relationships with colleagues, partners and superiors will help you get more support and recognition in your career. Actively participating in teamwork and listening to others' opinions can also help you achieve better performance at work.

Wealth

Your wealth luck is relatively stable in the year of snake 2025. As the auspicious star "Bazuo" shines on you, you may enjoy extra bonus at the end of the year, though the wages remain the same. In addition, the auspicious star "Fuxing" will bring some appropriate side income from stocks or lottery. However, there are many uncertainties in these things. Tiger people should be careful.

In addition, it is not appropriate to make a big investment in 2025. Instead, you should focus on organizing fund withdrawal as much as possible without wasting energy and financial resources.

Love & Relationship

Affected by the punishment of Tai Sui, your connection with co-workers this year is not ideal. But with the blessing of the lucky star "Tiande", you can get help from friends and family members in 2025. Even if there are occasional quarrels, they can be solved smoothly in the end.

Single Tigers will focus on work and making money this year, so it’s unlikely to have a love breakthrough. For Tigers in a romantic relationship, it’s recommended to give each other appropriate space, and maybe the relationship will be even better.

Health

People born in the year of Tiger usually look full of energy. However, the punishment of Tai Sui has a great impact on people's physical and mental health. Besides, the unlucky star "Jiesha" will bring dangers in 2025. When driving cars, you must pay special attention to abide by traffic regulations. Try to avoid driving at night or traveling long distances. 

For Tigers who suffer shoulder and neck pain, the condition may become aggravated. It is recommended that you do exercises and stretches to help relieve the pain and tightness.

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Chinese Zodiac Tiger Vocabulary & Idioms