Year of the Rat
 2020 is the Year of the Rat according to Chinese zodiac. This is a Year of Metal Rat, starting from the 2020 Chinese New Year on Jan. 25 and lasting to 2021 Lunar New Year’s Eve on Feb. 11. |
Rat is the first in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac. The Years of the Rat include 1912, 1924, 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020, 2032...
Though people consider the rat not adorable, and it even makes its way into derogatory languages, it ranks first on the Chinese zodiac signs. It has characteristics of an animal with spirit, wit, alertness, delicacy, flexibility and vitality.
Earthly Branch of Birth Year: Zi
Wu Xing (The Five Elements): Shui (Water)
Yin Yang: Yang
Years of the Rat
| Rat Year | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| 1924 | Feb.5,1924 | Jan.23,1925 |
| 1936 | Jan.24,1936 | Feb.10,1937 |
| 1948 | Feb.10,1948 | Jan.28,1949 |
| 1960 | Jan.28,1960 | Feb.14,1961 |
| 1972 | Feb.15,1972 | Feb.2,1973 |
| 1984 | Feb.2,1984 | Feb.19,1985 |
| 1996 | Feb.19,1996 | Feb.6,1997 |
| 2008 | Feb.6,2008 | Jan.25,2009 |
| 2020 | Jan.25,2020 | Feb.11,2021 |
| 2032 | Feb.11,2032 | Jan.30,2033 |
Lucky Signs for People Born in Rat Year:
Lucky Colors: gold, blue, green
Lucky Flowers: lily, African violet, lily of the valley
Lucky Directions: southeast, northeast
Things Should be Avoided:
- Unlucky Numbers: 5, 9
- Unlucky Colors: yellow, brown
- Unlucky Direction: west
People born in the Year of the Rat are instinctive, acute and alert in nature which makes them to be brilliant businessmen. They can always react properly before the worst circumstances take place. They are also sophisticated and popular in social interaction. They are sanguine and very adaptable, being popular with others.
- Strengths
Adaptable, smart, cautious, acute, alert, positive, flexible, outgoing, cheerful - Weaknesses
Timid, unstable, stubborn, picky, lack of persistence, querulous - See more about Destiny by Birth Month, Destiny by Birth Date
- Best Matches: Ox, Dragon, Monkey
They can get along with Ox, Dragon and Monkey partners, and their relationship will be well maintained as fresh as before. There is no big rise and fall in their life time, but will never be a lack of romance and passion. - Bad Matches: Horse, Rooster
If they get together, there will be endless quarrels. They are all sharp in words, and seldom make compromises. Picky in each other’s faults, they cannot be tolerant, which leads to their final divergence. - See more about Chinese Zodiac Sign Compatibility
- Best Jobs: Artist, author, doctor, teacher...
- Best Working Partners: Ox, Monkey, Dragon
- Best Age to Start a Business: 35 - 45
- Best Career Fields: Service Industry, Finance and Economy Field
- See more about Best Business and Career Fields for Rat
Compared with the Rat fortune in 2018, people born with Rat sign of Chinese zodiac will suffer a downturn in 2019. They may not be lucky enough in career and wealth because they are likely to work in a stressful and competitive environment. The great expense on socializing leads to less deposit. However, their fortune on love and relationship is prominent. In daily life, they are advised to drink less alcohol and live an economical life.
See more about Luck Prediction by Month 2019
Their characteristics are distinct based on 12 western astrological signs with Chinese zodiac signs, for example, confident Aries, ambitious Taurus, generous Gemini, graceful Cancer, enthusiastic Leo, concentrated Virgo, eloquent Libra, sensitive Scorpio, observant Sagittarius, pragmatic Capricorn, brave Aquarius and talented Pisces.
- Blood Type O: They are positive, kind, and warm hearted. People admire their uprightness and principles.
- Blood Type A: They are acute and thoughtful, for they can always sense the subtle changes of others. Tidy and orderly, they can always make the living place comfortable and cozy.
- Blood Type B: Straightforward and outgoing in nature, they are faithful friends in others’ eyes. Besides, they are loyal and persistent in relationships.
- Blood Type AB: Humor and modesty are their shinning points, and for that they can make a lot of friends. They are assertive, having different insights in their own perspective.
People born in different years of Rat show varied personal characters when counting the affect from the traditional Chinese Five Elements (Wu Xing).
| Types | Years of Birth | Personality Traits |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Rat | 1924, 1984 | Independent with proper pride, conforming to traditional ideas. |
| Fire Rat | 1936, 1996 | Clever, capable, but lacking sense of discipline. |
| Earth Rat | 1948, 2008 | Sober and contented mind, strong adaptability. |
| Metal Rat | 1960, 2020 | Sensitive with strong self-awareness; persuasive with ready tongue. |
| Water Rat | 1912, 1972 | Intelligent with high thinking faculty, but conservative in practice. |
Rat Zodiac Eminent Personalities
George Washington, John F. Kennedy, Wolfgang Mozart, William Shakespeare, Charlotte Bronte, Truman Capote, Catherine I, Mata Hari, Prince Harry, Prince Charles, Jude Law, Cameron Diaz, Avril Lavigne, Gwyneth Paltrow, Alyssa Milano, Ben Affleck, Eminem, Katy Perry, Scarlett Johansson, Katherine McPhee, Kelly Osbourne, Denise Richards, Mandy Moore, Diego Armando Maradona, Zinedine.Yazid.Zidane, Du Fu (a famous Chinese poet in the Tang Dynasty 618 - 907), Zhuangzi (an influential Chinese Taoist philosopher in the Warring States Period 475 - 221 BC)
- Last modified on Mar. 04, 2019 -
Questions & Answers on Year of the Rat
Asked by Dia from USA | Mar. 12, 2019 15:35
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Reply2020 will that year be a better year for me??
Born on 9/22/1972 after 5:00 pm. My daughter will be going away this fall to her college. Studying accounting, She born 11-12-2001 8:23am.
Appreciate for answering me.
Appreciate for answering me.
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Answered by Mark from CANADA | Mar. 12, 2019 18:50
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00ReplyHi, the prediction of 2020 is still not clear and only the fortune in 2019 can be predicted. This year, you may face some challenges but finally you can overcome them and there will be no large problems. Good luck!
Asked by Sam K from USA | Mar. 01, 2019 13:58Reply
Reply2019 for Water Rat
Hello, I would like to know how this year would be for me as compared to last year for my work and new job prospects? Which month is best for job change ?
Thanks you.
Thanks you.
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Answered by Jerry from AUSTRALIA | Mar. 03, 2019 22:2200Reply
00ReplyYou may suffer a downturn in 2019 in career aspect compared with the last year. So you may face some challenges in career. The best months for you in job market are June and December. Good luck!
Asked by Patrick from USA | Feb. 21, 2019 19:10Reply
ReplyI like to know my luck in 2019 I'm a fire rat?
I'm about to move in with my water rooster sister, she would be helping me out to get me set up in California this year, any precautions I should take
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Answered by Jeffery from NINA | Feb. 24, 2019 17:3900Reply
00ReplyHi, as this year is not very favorable for you and you should be more careful in daily life. First, before moving, make a full preparation including a list in case of missing anything important. Second, try to be more patient when facing disagreements and maintain the interpersonal relationship with others.
Asked by Hugo from USA | Feb. 20, 2019 10:06Reply
ReplyDate of birth, dec 20 1972. Would like to know about my career in 2019
Would like to know about my career for the year of 2019
Thabks
Thabks
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Answered by Lisa from AUSTRALIA | Feb. 20, 2019 18:4600Reply
00ReplyThis year is comparatively favorable for you in career and wealth. It is likely for you to get some achievements and maintain a good relationship with colleagues. However, you need to pay more attention to your health condition and try to live a regular life.
Answered by Hugo from USA | Mar. 04, 2019 10:4300Reply
00Replywhich month will be good to find a job for me? thank you.
Answered by Daniel from CANADA | Mar. 04, 2019 17:0500Reply
00ReplyJune and December are both lucky months for you.
Asked by Barry from CANADA | Feb. 18, 2019 15:12Reply
ReplyI am rat, female, 1984 may 11,born 13 hr 29 min
I am not sure about current relationships, no commitment.
Should I move to Toronto, start new relationship, love to continue my teacher job. All my family is in Toronto.
Should I move to Toronto, start new relationship, love to continue my teacher job. All my family is in Toronto.
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Answered by James from CANADA | Feb. 18, 2019 22:1600Reply
00ReplyGenerally, your luck is not very good this year. So you need to make a thoughtful decision and put more strength in career. There is no clear prediction of your future but I think it is a good idea to stay with your families.