Year of the Rat
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
In 2018, the Year of Dog, people with Chinese zodiac Rat will have a pretty good fortune. They could catch some chances to earn a fortune and store their wealth in this year. As for their love life, they need to be positive to express their feelings. Besides, they need to pay special attention to their health condition and do physical examinations regularly. In 2019, they will suffer a downturn in career and wealth. However, their fortune on love and relationship is prominent.
See more about Luck Prediction by Month 2018 & 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. |
Celebrities Born with Chinese Zodiac Rat
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 Nov. 17, 2018 -
Questions & Answers on Year of the Rat
Asked by Dia from USA | Nov. 17, 2018 02:58
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ReplyWill I see light at the end of my tunnel
Born on 9/22/72 5:05 pm will I stop being afraid of taking charge? The position I am in is not any big but the responsibility was greater than I expected. Just Dealing with customers and paperwork. I kind of regret leaving shipping I should have continuous learning I got scared. I left shipping and went into receiving. What I have to do inspect parts those boxes are heavy. Where at shipping I just have to do paper work they have a team Just deal with packing. I’m just confused I don’t know what I want. I just want to be happy at work.
Asked by NIA from CANDA | Nov. 15, 2018 16:02Reply
ReplyHi, My DOB is 17/01/1985 at 4:25 AM. Can you please tell me when do you see me getting married
Can you please tell me when do you see me getting married and how my career will be in 2019 ?
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Answered by Fanny from FRANCE | Nov. 15, 2018 19:07
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00ReplyIn 2019, your general fortune is not so optimistic and you may suffer a downturn in career and wealth. However, you will have a pretty good luck in your love relationship. It is still not clear when you can get married.
Answered by Nia from CANADA | Nov. 15, 2018 19:1000Reply
00ReplyThanks for getting back!
Will i be in serious committed relationship ?
Will i be in serious committed relationship ?
Asked by Ma from CANADA | Nov. 01, 2018 20:49Reply
ReplyWhat is the 2018 & 2019 luck for my daughter born under Rat Nov 1, 2008.
She is always angry and unpleasant lately.
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Answered by Dana from AUSTRALIA | Nov. 04, 2018 23:1500Reply
00ReplyHer luck is ok. Maybe she meets some problems in her life and maybe you need to listen to her and figure out what happened and try to be more patient.
Asked by Linda from UNITED STATES | Oct. 22, 2018 15:19Reply
ReplyWill this relationship make it long term?
I am a Sagittarian rat and he is a Leo monkey. We have a lot in common and have fun when we are together. We have been dating for 14 months. Mostly we agree on things. I have never felt like I do for him, EVER!
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Answered by Daniel from ARGENTINA | Oct. 22, 2018 19:4000Reply
00ReplyCongratulations! It seems that you have found your true love and according to the love compatibility, you are perfectly matched and bound to be a perfect couple. However, a long term relationship still needs you to maintain it carefully.
Asked by papuji from INDIA | Oct. 21, 2018 22:31Reply
Replyborn on 28 august 1960 time 11.20 am place india
I am going through lot of financial issues, when i will be able to come out from it
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Answered by Andy from AUSTRALIA | Oct. 22, 2018 02:4000Reply
00ReplyIn 2019, you may suffer another downturn in financial respect so it's hard to say when you can come out of these financial issues. Maybe after 2019, you will have a good luck in career and wealth. Good luck!
Answered by papuji from INDIA | Oct. 29, 2018 01:4800Reply
00ReplyAnd what about my health
Answered by Andy from AUSTRALIA | Oct. 29, 2018 18:3400Reply
00ReplyYour health is ok and there may not be big problems. What's more, regular exercises and a balanced diet can be helpful to keep a good health.
