Chinese Zodiac Ox

2021 is the year of Metal Ox starting from Feb.12, 2021 to Jan. 31, 2022. In the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac signs, the Ox ranks on the second position after the rat, and ahead of the tiger.

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; at the same time, they also have a strong spirit of self-sacrifice, perseverance and executive force. However, the personality of Ox people is a little stubborn, indifferent, and bad-tempered. Improving the communication skills is a good idea for their life and career.

Chinese Zodiac Ox Years – Were you born in the year of the Ox?

Since Chinese Zodiac signs are applied based on the traditional lunar calendar, the people born in January and February may possibly have two different animal signs. For example, if a person was born in February 11, 2021, his/her animal sign is Rat, while if born in February 12, he/she belongs to the Ox people.

Generally speaking, we can still use Gregorian calendar to find out what your animal year is, unless you were born in January or February. As you know, the Chinese zodiac signs form a 12-year cycle. The recent Ox years include 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021 and 2033.

Regarding Chinese zodiac signs, we also need consider the five elements, which are Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. Each element comes in a 60-year cycle. 2021 is a Metal Ox year, so next zodiac Metal Ox year will be 2081.

For those who were born in January and February, if you are sure of which is your animal sign, please see the table below, and check the exact start date and end date of each Ox zodiac year.

Recent Chinese Zodiac Ox Years

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Ox in Chinese Culture

Ox (buffalo) is a symbol of hard work and sacrifice in Chinese culture. Since China has been a country of agrarian civilization for thousands of years, Chinese people developed a special affection for cows and regard them as auspicious animals. In ancient times, Chinese people used cattle to pull ploughs to prepare the land. Later, as cattle have great strength, they can do all kinds of heavy labor jobs, ranging from farming, transportation, and even military. In the Warring States Period (770BC-221BC), Qi State used the Fire Bull Array to defeat the State of Yan. It was illegal to slaughter cattle without permission in the Song Dynasty (960-1279AD). In old days, if someone owed another person a debt of gratitude that he can hardly repay, he usually said he would work like a cow and horse for that one.

In Chinese culture, Ox is also known for its stubbornness and foolishness. Unwise and stupid people are often referred to as "stupid cattle". In ancient times, those illiterate was ridiculed as "blind cattle".

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

Things to Bring Ox Good luck

Lucky numbers: 0, 2, 5, 7 and numbers containing 0, 2, 5, 7 like 10, 22 

Lucky colors:  yellow

Lucky flowers: tulip, peach blossom

Lucky plants: Rohdea japonica

Lucky direction: west, north and northeast

Lucky floors: 2, 5, 7, 10, 12, 15

Lucky stones: emerald

Things to Bring Ox Bad Luck

Unlucky colors: black

Unlucky numbers: 3, 4, 5

Unlucky directions: south, southwest

Chinese Zodiac Ox Traits: down-to-earth, trustworthy, indomitable…

Down-to-earth Attitude

The time of birth has the impact on the lives of ox people. Oxen born in the daytime are more active and aggressive than those born in a quiet night. Similarly, oxen born in summer live easier and richer than those born in winter.

 The nature of this zodiac sign is down-to-earth and seldom emotional. Pushing with an emotional feel can rarely change their mind. If someone seeks the opinions of ox people, they can always deliver supportive and reliable solutions. If others want to win a lawsuit against oxen, they should be patient and wise enough to face the rivals. The physical condition of oxen is very good, and it is not easy for them to get sick. They are also confident with an uncompromising approach. If oxen are able to cultivate more humor and enthusiasm, life will be happier.

Trustworthy

People born in the year of the ox are trustworthy, gentle, and always appear orderly. Because ox people are emotionally stable and reliable, they will easily be trusted by authority figures and leaders. Where there are responsibilities, there are ox people. At the same time, ox people also have natural leadership skills, and they are good at restraining others with discipline, but they may be a little too strict. An ox person is likely to be successful through personal struggle, insisting that everyone should do his or her duties, and at the same time, he/she do not set obstacles to others' work.

The shortcomings of oxen are that they are very disciplined, cautious, and difficult to approach. They are strictly abiding by the rules, but still fair and able to listen to opinions of others. However, it will be very difficult to change their points of view, because ox people are very stubborn and sometimes even biased. They are not sleek, and do not know how to care about others, which makes them unsuitable for public relations, diplomacy, and fine work. However, the honesty and unpretentiousness of oxen are highly respected and appreciated.

Indomitable

Doing what he says is the principle that ox people always keep in mind. Powerful and disciplined ox people are unwilling to be uninhibited in their lives. The indomitable oxen will appear as a winner through his own efforts. They don't like to owe debts, and the debts repaid to others will be accurate to the last decimal place. Of course, he expects the same requirements for others. If an ox person owes something to others without expressing gratitude, he will never forgive himself. The oxen are uncomfortable with the sweet words and excessive flattery, and they think it is detrimental to the dignity of them.

Strength of Ox

Have a down-to-earth attitude towards their life.

Not easily affected by others or the environment, and do things in accordance with their own ideas and abilities.

Before taking action, they will think it over with a strong belief and implement it with strong physical strength from beginning to end.

Deal with the matters or distinguish right or wrong step by step, with a strong entrepreneurial spirit and endurance capacity.

Has a strong desire for expression in his/her heart. They are born excellent leaders.

Female oxen are good at keeping house, and can be regarded as traditionally good wives, who attach great importance to the education of their children.

Patient and willing to make progress, try to achieve the goals they have set.

Gentleness and honesty are their lifelong nature, and a conservative who respects traditions.

Weakness of Ox

Stubborn, and can be a bigoted person.

Firmly hold onto their ideas, and don’t believe others.

Not so good at communication, sometimes remain taciturn.

A hard worker, who often forgets to eat routinely, which may have gastro-intestinal problems.

Male Ox Personalities

Male oxen have always admired steady progress. They handle things carefully, and usually work very hard, therefore, it is not a surprise that they can achieve success in their careers. They have extraordinary willpower and perseverance, and stick to their goals. In terms of love, they may be less likely to talk about love, and they prefer a long-term relationship at a slow pace. At the same time, they also have a very gentle and considerate side. They have a romantic attitude towards their partners for a lifetime. The concept of family means a lot to them, and they would take on the important responsibility of the family, and contribute to the family without hesitation.

Female Ox Personalities

Female oxen are usually gentle, stable and organized. They know what they want, and can stick to it all the time. In life, ox girls are also typical good wives and mothers. They can always plan family expenses reasonably, take good care of their husbands and children, and will continue to innovate to decorate their small homes very warmly. At work, ox women will always do their job with diligence and can easily get the approval of their boss. And they also have good leadership skills and achieve success with great efforts in their careers. Ox women are very loyal to love. Once her relationship is established, she will not cease to be faithful easily.

Chinese Zodiac Ox Five Elements for Five Characteristics

Chinese Zodiac Ox Love Compatibility – Your Most Compatible Zodiacs

The advantages of the ox's character are down-to-earth, diligent, and prudent, but the shortcomings are stubborn personality, unawareness of flexibility, and poor communication. If you are born in the year of the ox, Chinese zodiac can give you some ideas of finding the best match. Then which zodiac animal is most suitable for the ox, and which animal is incompatible with?

Best Matches: Rat, Snake, Rooster

The ox and the rat are a match made in heaven according to Chinese zodiac. The people of the ox and the rat have similar personalities. They get along very happily and have a tacit understanding of everything they do.

Ox and snake are also a good match. Ox and snack people have similar life pursuits, and staying together can make them reap happiness.

Ox and chicken can make a good couple as well. People of these two zodiac signs can create wealth together and usually get a satisfactory return. Their marriage is usually stable and sweet.

Least Matches: Dragon, Horse, Sheep, Dog

Ox and dragon are mutually repulsive to each other. There will be great differences and competition.

There will be no lasting alliances for Ox and Horse, only moderate relationships can be maintained, and there are barriers between the two sides to communication.

Ox and sheep can only tolerate each other, there is a certain degree of conflict, maintain a cold and unharmonious relationship.

There are some conflicts between ox and dog, there is not much in common for the two sides, and they will not get along well.

Ox’s Love Compatibility with 12 Chinese Zodiac Animals

Guide for Ox’ Career & Jobs

In terms of careers, ox people are not good at thinking logically and scientifically, and they are not suitable for noisy workplaces or being engaged in strictly disciplined jobs. Oxen are the type with a nature which can integrate their passions into work, so they will excel in the fields of art, literature or design.

Oxen have an unstable character, and sometimes it may destroy their good images established before. He has a clear judgment of right and wrong, and will never force himself to associate with people he dislikes. His careers can be handled satisfactorily one by one. For those born in the Year of the Ox, they are usually late bloomers. And because of the high self-esteem, they look gentle on the surface, but in their hearts there are strong desires for self-expression, those "obscure" jobs won’t suit them at all. Even if they are engaged in the average jobs, it will take times for them to mature and succeed.

The most suitable occupations for ox people include the fields of agriculture and animal husbandry, hardware, pharmacy, fruit & tea, arts, politics, real estate, intermediary agencies and consultation, etc.

Zodiac Ox Famous People

Politicians:

Napoléon Bonaparte, born on August 15,1769, Earth Ox

Margaret Hilda Thatcher, born on October 13, 1925, Wood Ox

Barack Obama, born on August 4, 1961, Metal Ox

Artists:

Vincent Villem van Gogh, born on March 30, 1853, Water Ox

Charlie Chaplin, born on April 15, 1889, Earth Ox

Athletes:

Filippo Inzaghi, born on August 9, 1973, Water Ox

Zodiac Ox’s Horoscope in 2026 -- the Year of Horse

People born in the Year of the Ox will generally have poor overall conditions in 2026. They are vulnerable to the negative influence of bad stars and their fortunes in all aspects will decline. Moreover, they will not be able to achieve good progress in their careers and finances. They should prepare mentally in advance. When facing various troubles, they should also promptly calm down and not be too aggressive or easily angered.

In 2026, people born in the Year of the Ox need to pay extra attention that they will be influenced by the government and the ominous stars. Their career development may not be smooth and they might be suppressed in minor conflicts. They should be cautious in everything. They should also promptly reject any bad temptations and maintain a proper mindset. They should not be carried away by temporary benefits and lose their future. In terms of relationships, they will also be affected by the ominous stars. Therefore, people born in the Year of the Ox should maintain a harmonious relationship with their partners and expect to smoothly overcome the crisis.

In addition, during this year, the Ox need to pay extra attention to their physical condition. For those who are a little older, they should pay attention to joint pain. When going out, they should try to travel in groups to avoid the risks of accidental falls, fractures, etc.

Career

For people under the Chinese zodiac sign of the Ox in 2026, their horoscope for the career aspect is not very stable. They will exhibit fluctuations and ups and downs. Therefore, they need to remain calm and composed. However, when various opportunities arise, they should firmly grasp them. They should not be overly introverted or timid.

When facing various unexpected situations, they should confront them head-on and forge ahead bravely. They should not be like a turtle huddling in a hole. In the treacherous workplace environment, they should be more vigilant to ensure they can establish a firm footing. 

Wealth

Although in daily life, the Ox tend to be very calm and meticulous in their actions, considering everything very carefully, in the year 2026, their financial situation may face a significant crisis. For the Ox who are engaged in business or entrepreneurship, they should maintain a stable state, not be too eager, and avoid taking shortcuts. Everything should be done with caution. To achieve certain accomplishments, one must rely on their own efforts to create step by step.

Health

By 2026, the health horoscope for people born in the Year of the Ox will generally remain stable. However, for those who frequently travel, it is important to pay attention to personal safety. Do not go to remote areas alone, and avoid going out alone at night to prevent various accidents. In daily life, be cautious of being affected by cold and catching a cold. 

Love & Relationship

In 2026, in terms of relationships, the Ox may encounter interference from bad lovers. Especially for single people born in the Year of the Ox, they will experience a brief romantic relationship. But it will end in a breakup soon. The Ox people should not be too concerned about it and should promptly detach themselves from the failed relationship.

For those married with a partner born in the Year of the Dragon, they need to communicate and understand each other. They should not be overly persistent or indifferent, as this may affect their relationship badly.

Chinese Zodiac Ox Vocabulary & Idioms