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
In 2020, people born in the year of Rat have pretty good fortune in wealth and career. Their salary may increase and they might get promoted and pass some qualification exams and get the certificates. In the aspect of health, they may have some respiratory system disease and heart problem. As for love and relationship, the single Rats will start a relationship if they try hard to chase someone or seek help from the elders. They are advised not to drink too much and go to entertainments places.
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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)
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Questions & Answers on Year of the Rat
Asked by APARNA04 | Jul. 02, 2020 14:17
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ReplySuccess in career
My daughter Radhika has just completed college degree in 2019 and is currently working as research assistant here in US. She wants to become a medical doctor.
She recently took medical college entrance exam (MCAT) on March 14, 2020 and did not do very well so she took the same exam (MCAT) again on June 20, 2020.
Will my daughter be successful and be able to get admission to a medical college to study and become a medical doctor?
Regards
She recently took medical college entrance exam (MCAT) on March 14, 2020 and did not do very well so she took the same exam (MCAT) again on June 20, 2020.
Will my daughter be successful and be able to get admission to a medical college to study and become a medical doctor?
Regards
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Answered by Brooke from DENMARK | Jul. 06, 2020 00:35
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00ReplyAccording to the prediction, she need to study hard and prepare for exam very well. In this way, she may have a possibility to pass the exam.
Asked by APARNA04 | Jun. 26, 2020 14:18Reply
ReplyMarriage prospects
I am asking for my daughter Radhika Srivastava born November 1, 1996 at 10.56AM in Baltimore Maryland USA.
She has had some serious liking for some colleagues boys during her college years. she just graduated from college and studying higher.
She does not have a boyfriend at this time as much as i know
i would like to know what are her chances of marriage and when? will it be a love marriage of her choice or arranged marriage and will it be successful?
Regards and thanks
She has had some serious liking for some colleagues boys during her college years. she just graduated from college and studying higher.
She does not have a boyfriend at this time as much as i know
i would like to know what are her chances of marriage and when? will it be a love marriage of her choice or arranged marriage and will it be successful?
Regards and thanks
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Answered by Gavin from CANADA | Jun. 29, 2020 01:1300Reply
00ReplyAccording to the prediction, she would have a high possibility to find soul mate next year. Maybe she need to have more time to join in social activities and make more friends. In this way, she may find the right person much easier.
Asked by Vishal from INDIA | May. 26, 2020 00:42Reply
ReplyWill be switching my Job, infact planning to move to a new role altogether
Hi,
My DOB is 24th July 1984 . I am a software Engineer with 11 years of experience, and planning to move to a new Role in a new company this year, though in the Software field only. I am highly stressed as this Role is totally new , and I won't be having any experience in this , though I have started studying for it. How are the prospects for me to switch to a new company. And also how will that new Role and new Organisation, will be for me.
My DOB is 24th July 1984 . I am a software Engineer with 11 years of experience, and planning to move to a new Role in a new company this year, though in the Software field only. I am highly stressed as this Role is totally new , and I won't be having any experience in this , though I have started studying for it. How are the prospects for me to switch to a new company. And also how will that new Role and new Organisation, will be for me.
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Answered by Caleb from FRANCE | Jun. 08, 2020 01:0000Reply
00ReplyHi, you should have more confidence about yourself. Actually, you will adapt for the new work environment as soon as possible. And you will make some breakthroughs. Generally speaking, you can handle this.
Asked by Kunal from INDIA | May. 22, 2020 07:22Reply
ReplyLove marriage or arrange marriage
Kunal ,Born 18 dec 86 time 5:45am
In which year I vil get marry and
Arrange marriage or love marriage and please let me know more about future of mine
In which year I vil get marry and
Arrange marriage or love marriage and please let me know more about future of mine
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Answered by Ezra from CANADA | May. 25, 2020 01:2100Reply
00ReplyThe prediction indicates that you would have a large chance to meet your soul mate by yourself. If the relationship goes well, then you can get married next year. Good luck!
Asked by Vishal Patel from UNITED KINGDOM | May. 11, 2020 04:41Reply
ReplyDOB 09-Dec-84, I am forced to take major decision, might change my life completely.Need Help
my dob 09-Dec-84. I have been living & working in UK for 10 years. However, I need to move back (in 6 months time) to home country (south Asia) permanently due to unavoidable personal circumstances. I have been in strong financial position since last two years but after I go to home country my earning will be 10% from current if I opt to do job. Hence, I am planning to take a break for 6-8 months to follow my dream of becoming writer, whilst I support family thru savings (my spouse is housewife but planning to re-start career). This seems foolish decision to my other family members but my wife and I are very confident about this. Please help. Thank you
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Answered by Eleanora from DENMARK | May. 18, 2020 01:2300Reply
00ReplyBased on the Chinese zodiac prediction, you need to insist on your thoughts. I am glad that your wife supports you. Thus don't worry. Just be brave to complete your dream. Good luck!
Answered by Vishal from UNITED KINGDOM | May. 19, 2020 04:2000Reply
00ReplyThank you very much for your response.