Year of the Rat: Chinese zodiac personality and compatibility
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- 2027
The Rat is the first sign of the Chinese zodiac: clever, resourceful and always a step ahead. People born in its years think fast, sense opportunity early and know how to get out of a tight spot.
What is a person born in the Year of the Rat like?
The Rat's fixed element is Water and its energy is yang. Rats are curious, sociable and very practical. They are careful with money and love looking after their family. At times they worry too much and want to control everything.
- Strength: quick wit and adaptability
- Weakness: restlessness and suspicion
Which years are Rat years?
The Chinese year does not begin on 1 January but at Chinese New Year, which falls in late January or February. If you were born in January or early February, check the exact date of your year.
- 1936, Fire Rat
- 1948, Earth Rat
- 1960, Metal Rat
- 1972, Water Rat
- 1984, Wood Rat
- 1996, Fire Rat
- 2008, Earth Rat
- 2020, Metal Rat
- 2032, Water Rat
Who is the Rat compatible with?
By Chinese tradition, the Rat gets on best with the signs that share its triangle on the zodiac wheel, and with one secret friend. The hardest match is its opposite sign, though that is a tendency, not a verdict.
- Best matches: Dragon, Monkey
- Secret friend: Ox
- Difficult match: Horse
The Rat in 2027: what will the Year of the Fire Goat bring?
In 2027 the Rat and the Goat traditionally rub against each other a little, so watch for misunderstandings and keep important talks calm. Progress at work is slow but solid. Caution with money pays off.
Lucky numbers, colours and directions for the Rat
Chinese tradition links every sign with its own lucky numbers, colours and directions. Sources differ a little, so treat these as symbolic and fun.
- Numbers: 2, 3
- Colours: blue, gold, green
- Directions: west, northwest, southwest