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Year of the Monkey

Monkey is the ninth in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac. The Years of the Monkey include 1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028...

The monkey is a clever animal. It is usually compared to a smart person. During the Spring and Autumn Period (770 - 476 BC), the dignified Chinese official title of marquis was pronounced 'Hou', the same as the pronunciation of ‘monkey’ in Chinese. The animal was thereby bestowed with an auspicious meaning.

Earthly Branch of Birth Year: Shen
Wu Xing (The Five Elements): Jin (Metal)
Yin Yang: Yang

Years of the Monkey

Monkey Year	Start	End
1920	Feb.20,1920	Feb.7,1921
1932	Feb.6,1932	Jan.25,1933
1944	Jan.25,1944	Feb.12,1945
1956	Feb.12,1956	Jan.30,1957
1968	Jan.30,1968	Feb.16,1969
1980	Feb.16,1980	Feb.4,1981
1992	Feb.4,1992	Jan.22,1993
2004	Jan.22,2004	Feb.8,2005
2016	Feb.8,2016	Jan.27,2017
2028	Jan.26,2028	Feb.12,2029

Lucky Signs for People Born in Monkey Year:

Lucky Numbers: 1, 7, 8
Lucky Colors: white, gold, blue
Lucky Flowers: chrysanthemum, alliums
Lucky Directions: north, northwest, west

Things Should be Avoided:

Unlucky Numbers: 2, 5, 9
Unlucky Colors: red, black, grey, dark coffee
Unlucky Direction: east

Personality of the Monkey

The general image of people born in the Year of the Monkey is of always being smart, clever and intelligent, especially in their career and wealth. They are lively, flexible, quick-witted and versatile. In addition, their gentleness and honesty bring them an everlasting love life. Although they were born with enviable skills, they still have several shortcomings, such as an impetuous temper and a tendency to look down upon others.

Strengths
enthusiastic, self-assured, sociable, innovative
Weaknesses
jealous, suspicious, cunning, selfish, arrogant
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Love Compatibility of the Monkey

Perfect Matches: Ox, Rabbit
They seem like made for each other, having several similarities in personality and life. Both of them can tolerate everything of each other, as long as they have enough space and freedom. Their love lives are full of fun because they have a strong sense of curiosity to get to know each other. Usually, they share common attitudes and opinions about life.
Bad Matches: Tiger, Pig
Holding different values and views, they don’t have many common topics in daily life. It’s difficult for them to communicate with patience and respect. Quarrels and conflicts will bring lots of negative influences to their relationship.
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Jobs & Careers

Best Jobs: Linguist, diplomats, journalists, entertainers, businessmen, professional athletes, stockbrokers, detectives, lawyers, programmers…
Best Working Partners: Rat, Dragon & Snake
Best Age to Start a Business: 40-50
Best Career Fields: a maternal shop, a toy store or a venture capital company
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Fortune in 2020

The overall luck in 2020 for people who born in the year of Monkey will be pretty good. In career, they will have golden chances to get promotions and higher salary this year. It is advised them to get on well with colleagues and leaders all the time. As for wealth, they should reduce their consumption and avoid being too extravagant. In love and relationship, single male Monkeys will attract the opposite sex on social occasions and may fall in love with someone.

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Monkey's Personality by Western Astrology Signs

Their individual characters are different when combine Chinese zodiac signs with the 12 western astrological signs, like brave Aries, steady Taurus, confident Gemini, imaginative Cancer, enthusiastic Leo, cautious Virgo, talented Libra, diligent Scorpio, honest Sagittarius, mysterious Capricorn, gentle Aquarius and generous Pisces.

Monkey's Personality by Blood Types

Blood Type O: The honest and frank personality traits help them win high popularity among surrounding people.
Blood Type A: They are always full of passion towards work and study. Meanwhile, natural talents also enhance their charms.
Blood Type B: They are good at expressing their own opinions and communicating with others but not stubborn to reject others’ suggestions.
Blood Type AB: Performing in front of an audience is their favorite thing. They pursue benefit and efficiency but lack patience.

Which Type of 'Monkey' Are You?

The Five Phases of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water subtly impact on the personality and performance of people with Chinese zodiac sign Monkey.

Types	Years of Birth	Personality Traits
Wood Monkey	1944, 2004	Holding lofty aspirations, active, responsible in tasks but some workaholic.
Fire Monkey	1956, 2016	Smart, passionate, adventurous, business-minded.
Earth Monkey	1908, 1968	Earnest and down-to-earth, industrious and frugal.
Metal Monkey	1920, 1980	Valiant, decisive, crafty, gifted with confidence and eloquence.
Water Monkey	1932, 1992	Having born leadership with great vitality but arrogance.

Monkey Zodiac Eminent Personalities

Leonardo da Vinci, Charles Dickens, George Gordon Byron, Yao Ming, Celine Dion, Tom Hanks, Will Smith, Halle Berry, Christina Aguilera, Diana Ross, Elizabeth Taylor,Truman, Alice Walker, Michael Douglas, Owen Wilson, Daniel Craig, Mick Jagger, Julius Caesar, Bette Davis, Annie Oakley, Eleanor Roosevelt, Betsy Ross, Cuba Gooding Jr., Gisele Bundchen, Kim Cattrell, Nick Carter, Patricia Arquette, Alyson Stoner, Christina Ricci, Cole Sprouse, Demi Lovato, Dylan Sprouse, Miley Cyrus, Mitchell Musso, Nick Jonas, Selena Gomez, Empress Wu Zetian of China's Tang Dynasty (618 - 907)

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Questions & Answers on Year of the Monkey

Asked by Linda from MALAYSIA | Mar. 24, 2020 09:09

Financial and career

Hi, I'm lady dog born on 20June 1994..how is my financial amd career status this year as i always struggling in keep up with money especially savings. Thank u

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Answered by Audrey from POLAND | Mar. 27, 2020 20:04

Based on the prediction, there won't have many difficulties in your career. If you still work harder and harder, you would find several chances to get a promotion. As for wealth, you can save some money step by step. However, you are not advised to invest money on some fields. Otherwise, you may lose some money.

Asked by Bharat from AUSTRALIA | Mar. 20, 2020 09:53

Metal Monkey who plans to setup his own business

I am a metal monkey born on 02-06-1980. I have always wanted to setup my own business but, somehow am feeling a greater urge now to do it. Should I go ‘all in’ on it or grow it as it comes.
Do I have any luck with tremendous wealth? as I almost spend everything that earn. Though, I have never made huge amounts but I Have had a comfortable life being a bit clumsy.

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Answered by Leslie from CANADA | Mar. 20, 2020 19:04

According to the prediction, you are suggested to make great efforts to set up your own business. You have enough abilities to make some successes in career. Just be brave and do the things you want.

Asked by Sara from OREGON | Mar. 15, 2020 16:55

How do I find the unlucky colors and meanings of Monkey Sign?

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Answered by Donna from FINLAND | Mar. 15, 2020 19:24

Oh, here under are some unlucky elements for Monkey sign:
Unlucky Numbers: 2, 5, 9
Unlucky Colors: red, black, grey, dark coffee
Unlucky Direction: east

Asked by Sandra from AUSTRALIA | Jan. 31, 2020 13:56

Is 2020 going to Successful and Healthy

I have spent years helping family but have not been able to put away enough for myself.
I have a business and trying to stay fit so I can continue to work and grow my own wealth for retirement.
Will 2020 be a good Year for Money and Health for me.
Im a Fire Monkey.

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Answered by Jacqueline from CANADA | Feb. 01, 2020 21:57

Oh, don't worry, Sandra. The overall situation would change into a better stage in 2020. You may earn some extra money from some investment fields. There is no big problem in your health.

Asked by Mia from NEW ZEALAND | Jan. 22, 2020 01:40

Im wanting to leave my job in 2020

Hi there,

I’m deciding to leave my job this year and be my own boss. Will I be financially off or will I be making a mistake?

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Answered by Sara from UKRAINE | Feb. 01, 2020 21:51

Hi, Mia, you actually have enough abilities to start your one business. Although you may face several difficulties at the beginning, you can solve them one by one. Good luck!