Which Chinese Zodiac Signs are Compatible

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Are you interested in learning which Chinese zodiac signs are compatible with one another? After the Western zodiac, the signs in the Chinese zodiac are arguably one of the most well known. Each of the twelve animal signs falls into an animal trine and is associated with a person's birth year rather than their birth date as in Western astrology.

Chinese signs are designated by years.

Overview of Chinese Zodiac Signs

The twelve signs of the Chinese Zodiac each correspond to a different Chinese year which always begins between late January and early February.

Much like Western astrology groups its signs into elements (air, water, fire and earth), the Chinese zodiac groups its signs into trines. The first trine is the rat, the dragon and the monkey. The second trine is the ox, the snake and the rooster. The third trine is the tiger, the horse and the dog. The fourth trine is the rabbit, the ram and the pig. Each of these groupings holds certain characteristics in common that create a basic level of compatibility.

Which Chinese Zodiac Signs Are Compatible?

Rat

Rats are known as switty characters. They are charming, social and love to give advice. As a result, they are known to pair well with Dragons. Dragons are known for marching to the beat of their own drum. To the active Rat, this is appealing and intriguing. The sign also pairs well with Monkeys.

Ox

The Ox is one of the most stable signs in the Chinese zodiac. Oxen dislike change and prefer things to stay focused. For this reason, many Oxen do not pair well with capricious Tigers. However, both Rats and Roosters provide a good balance for the Ox. Rat's wisdom and Rooster's confidence provide the Ox with comfort.

Tiger

The Tiger is both confident and brave. Strong and powerful, Tigers also demand constant challenges. Cinsequently, this sign does not always pair well with Rats who find Tiger too stubborn. The sign does fit well with the Dog and the Horse. Tiger loves the Dog's interest in starting new projects and admires the Horse's intelligence.

Rabbit

Rabbita are a creative force to be reckoned with. They are also calm and friendly. However, they can hold themselves back from their partner in relationships. As a result, the Rat tends to clash with the Rabbit in certain circumstances. The Pig, however, fits well since both partners value emotion and can keep their "cool" in any situation.

Dragon

Dragons can be aggressive and dominant. Some may even go as far as preferring being alone to having friends or relationships. This can clash with the loyal and dependable Goat. However, the colorful Rat can be a great compliment to Dragon. The tendency of the Monkey to act in a tongue and cheek manner also creates a great contrast for Dragon.

Snake

The Snake is a thinker. One of the most rational signs of the Chinese Zodiac, this sign can also be rather materialistic. However, the snake works hard for whatever possessions it may garnish. Monkey's playful nature can aggravate the Snake's methodical nature. Snake can appreciate the Rooster's bluntness and can also appreciate the work ethic of the Ox.

Horse

The Horse is energetic. He or she is able to balance dozens of tasks at a single moment. In relationships, the Horse values spontaneous relationships. In some, this may manifest in a distaste for longer relationships. This sign is compatible with both the Dog and the Tiger. The Dog provides a stable force and shared intelligence for the Horse. The Tiger shares a similar love for life to Horse.

Goat

The Goat is both dependable and creative. The Goat does not like to be a social butterfly and much prefers being a homebody. For the Rat, this can be difficult to deal with. While the Goat may be attracted to the Ox, Ox's stubborn nature can upset the Goat's comfortable world. This sign matches well with Rabbits and Pigs who both compliment Goat's love of stability.

Monkey

The Monkey likes to have fun. This sign can be mischievous and is devoted to finding a way to make each day fun. In relationships, Monkies does not like to settle down with one mate and would rather play the field until they find the "one". The Rat compliments the Monkey's playfulness, and the Dragon can help Monkey settle its energy.

Rooster

The Rooster is rather similar to the Western astrological sign of Leo. Both are prideful signs. Roosters are honest in all circumstances and often to the point of being too blunt. They also enjoy attention from others. As a result, this sign does not often mesh well with Rabbit. Rabbit's interest in creative endeavors can sometimes seem trivial to Rooster. While the Rooster likes to dictate situations, Snake likes to find the best solution to any problem before making a move. This match balances one another well.

Dog

The Dog is one of the most loyal signs in the Chinese Zodiac. The sign is comfortable being there for others. The sign also seeks to be entwined with another person. Tiger's personality can bring out more adventurous signs in Dog, while Horse's interest in academia can often attract Dog. Rooster's take-it-or-leave-it attitude is often something many Dog's choose to leave.

Pig

The Pig is a peaceful sign. Pigs seek to have fun while still balancing their priorities. The sign can sometimes be overindulgent. This can make the Snake a poor pairing since Snake views indulgence as irrational. Goat, on the other hand, can accept this is Pig.

Final Thoughts

Asking which Chinese zodiac signs are compatible can be a double edged sword. On the one hand, there are certain signs that get along better together than others. However, there have been many pairings of signs that should not worked yet they did. It is always more important to apply what you know about astrology to a person rather than try to fit people into their sign.

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