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 May. 04, 2019 -
Questions & Answers on Year of the Rat
Asked by Barton Mum from UNITED KINGDOM | May. 16, 2019 11:05
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ReplyMy new job is rubbish and my husband is being TUPE'D
My birthday is 5.7.72 and my husband is 18.12.71.
I have recently left a job for another which has turned out to be a big mistake, for less money.
My husband has been at his job for 28 years and has been told his job is being TUPE'D (transferred) out to another firm so he will lose his final salary pension and his salary will eventually half as the new company pay lower hourly rates.
Any ideas what's to come - we could really do with some good news about money and our jobs... I think both of us are feeling like our confidence has been rocked!!!
I have recently left a job for another which has turned out to be a big mistake, for less money.
My husband has been at his job for 28 years and has been told his job is being TUPE'D (transferred) out to another firm so he will lose his final salary pension and his salary will eventually half as the new company pay lower hourly rates.
Any ideas what's to come - we could really do with some good news about money and our jobs... I think both of us are feeling like our confidence has been rocked!!!
Asked by Justine marabut from PHILIPPINES | May. 04, 2019 21:51Reply
ReplyI wanna know my love and career horoscope
Im born on Dec. 20 1996, Sagittarius year of the rat. Thanks
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Answered by Charley from FINLAND | May. 10, 2019 01:07
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00ReplyJustine, you may face several competitors in your career. However, you should believe that you have enough abilities to overcome. Based on the fortune in 2019, you will have a good luck in love in 2019, especially in June and October.
Answered by Justine from PHILIPPINES | May. 10, 2019 07:0400Reply
00ReplyIn that good luck in love will i meet new personaloty to be part of my life or someone in my past will be back!? Thankyou
Answered by Charley | May. 12, 2019 22:3800Reply
00ReplyIt is predicted that you will meet new interesting people this year.
Answered by Justine marabut from PHILIPPINES | May. 14, 2019 06:3600Reply
00ReplyI am applying in a government intitution as a law enforcer this year is there a possibility that i will make through all the screenings?
Answered by Charley | May. 14, 2019 20:4700Reply
00ReplyWell, it is hard to say. But generally speaking, there won't have any problems.
Answered by Justine | May. 16, 2019 15:5700Reply
00ReplyWill the new person that ill be meeting does live near me or from a far place?
Thank you
Thank you
Answered by Charley | May. 16, 2019 19:1300Reply
00ReplyThe prediction indicates that you are suggested to join in more social activities on weekends. Then you will have a large chance to meet the right person. In this way, it seems that the new person will live near you.
Asked by rrrr from INDIA | Apr. 25, 2019 05:07Reply
ReplyBorn on 11 august 1960 time 11.40 am in india
How will be this year for me, health and wealth wise?
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Answered by Celeste from UKRAINE | Apr. 28, 2019 22:3400Reply
00ReplyGenerally speaking, the situation won't have much changes in this year. You may gain some extra money. However, you still need to record the daily expense. Don't waste money on necessary things. In addition, you are suggested to take more physical exercises in order keep the healthy body. Good luck!
Asked by Dia from USA | Apr. 16, 2019 17:09Reply
ReplyI would like to know about my daughter future.
She is graduating June going to college this fall studying business/accounting.
She was born on 11/12/2001 8:23am.
Thank you for answering.
She was born on 11/12/2001 8:23am.
Thank you for answering.
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Answered by Helen from NEW ZEALAND | Apr. 16, 2019 19:3200Reply
00ReplyThis is a crucial year for her and she can learn a lot. However, both challenges and opportunities are coming. Face them bravely and pay attention to the interpersonal relationship. This is a harvest year or her and you don't need to worry too much. Good luck!
Asked by Nyadia Nurudeen from GHANA | Apr. 16, 2019 02:02Reply
Replyi want to know my luck in 2020?
Please can 2020 be my year of good luck, because I was born in December 84 and still single and jobless?
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Answered by Julia from POLAND | Apr. 16, 2019 19:3700Reply
00ReplyHi, this is a tough year for you and you may face a lot of challenges. However, things may meet a rising tendency in the next half year. Try to keep a positive attitude and strive for every opportunity. Good luck!