Year of the Rooster
Observant, hard-working and confident.
Rooster personality
The Rooster is the tenth animal of the zodiac and stands for punctuality, pride and attention to detail. Roosters are organized, observant and proud, often the first to rise and the last to leave.
They are honest and direct, sometimes to the point of being critical. They enjoy being noticed and dislike disorder. Growth comes from softening perfectionism and listening to others.
Strengths
- Hard-working and organized
- Honest
- Observant
- Confident
- Courageous
Weaknesses
- Critical
- Perfectionist
- Boastful
- Rigid
- Can be nosy
Rooster in love
Roosters are loyal and caring but can be critical. They need partners who are sincere and appreciate their effort.
Rooster career
Roosters thrive in structured, visible work: management, accounting, journalism, hospitality, military, retail and the performing arts.
Rooster compatibility
Traditionally the Rooster is most harmonious with Ox and Snake, the two other animals in its trine. The classic clash is the Rabbit, the animal opposite it in the cycle. These are traditions, not rules, and individual elements and charts matter much more.
Lucky numbers
5, 7, 8
Lucky colors
Gold, Brown, Yellow
Rooster years
People born in these years belong to the Rooster. If you were born in January or February, confirm the Chinese New Year date on the year page.
Rooster FAQ
What are the Rooster years?
Recent Rooster years include 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017 and 2029, with the next in 2041.
Which animals suit the Rooster?
The Ox and Snake form its trine. The Rabbit is the traditional clash.
Is the Rooster lucky?
The Rooster symbolizes dawn, vigilance and good fortune in Chinese tradition.
The Chinese zodiac is a cultural tradition offered for reflection and entertainment. Other animals: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Dog, Pig.