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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.
See more about Chinese Zodiac Sign Compatibility

Fortune in 2018 & 2019

People of Chinese zodiac Monkey sign may encounter a little luck decline in 2018. Anyway, their fortune in all aspects shall be generally acceptable in the Year of Dog. In career, they may find a well-paid job. Their fortune of love and relationships as well as wealth would be improved. People born in the Year of the Monkey should pay attention to their health issues. 2019 is a hard year for them. Although there will be opportunities in their careers, Monkey people would be hard to get a promotion. Their body and emotional condition may suffer a lot. The love luck for them may also go down.

See more about Luck Prediction by Month 2018 & 2019

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.

Celebrities with Chinese Zodiac Monkey

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 Eve from UKRAINE | Dec. 08, 2018 23:29

Hi. I am a female monkey, type A, born on 19/11/1968. In October 2017

I fell in love for a horse born on 23/1/1966, but he declined me so roughly. I am still suffering forcefully from that attachment and feel poorly even though he broke with me in January 2018! He was my first real love and I feel disappointed.

Shall the year 2019 or 2020 bring a better love match or shall I give up thanking for all what I already have, please?

Thank you

Answers (1)

Answered by Isabel from CANADA | Dec. 09, 2018 17:13

Hi, according to your love compatibility, you are likely to become good friends. It's just a kind of reference. However, if you have tried many times but still failed. Maybe you need to move on. Anyway, follow your heart. Best wishes.

Asked by Angela from AUSTRALIA | Dec. 08, 2018 17:39

Female monkey 1968

Hi - I have much earth in my chart 22/7/68 (earth pillar) and metal is good (hour pillar) but earth dog did not help with my career ... submitted many applications but no outcome. Is water pig year going to fare better for me?

Answers (2)

Answered by Mandy from NETHERLANDS | Dec. 09, 2018 17:08

I'm sorry but the pig Year is not very favorable for you either. It may be a little hard for you to get promotion in the career and your fortune in wealth is not very optimistic. However, keeping a positive mind is very important and will help you to so through the difficulties. Good luck!

Answered by Angela from AUSTRALIA | Dec. 10, 2018 00:39

So what are good animals for Monkey and career for Water person if not Pig?

Asked by taj08 from CANADA | Dec. 07, 2018 07:30

I want to know if we have future together or no ? I am july 8,1980. he is april 19,1987.

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Answered by Sally from FRANCE | Dec. 09, 2018 17:04

Hi, your love compatibility is pretty high and you may have a very good chance to become a good couple. However, the love relationship need to be maintained carefully and more communication is needed. Good luck to you!

Answered by taj from CANADA | Dec. 10, 2018 06:50

Thank you for your reply, that's the hard part with what we have right now. I cannot seems to communicate with him. we always argue with small things. we have opposite opinion with everything, Many times i have given up on him but my heart is so crazy cannot stop coming back. :(

Asked by Nenita Mateo from PHILIPPINES | Nov. 12, 2018 16:20

I am a Earth Monkey presently with a love partner of Fire Goat.

I'd like to know our compatibility, incompatibility, life process together, strengths & weaknesses being together and how to avoid conflicts & unlucky vibes. Looking forward for your reply. Thank you very much.

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Answered by Janny from USA | Nov. 12, 2018 19:07

Hi, your love compatibility is pretty high and you can be complementary in most aspects. It's easy for you to get along well with each other since you can find common interests and habits. Nevertheless, try to be more patient when being together and communicate in time once you have disagreements.