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
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. In 2020, people born in the year of Chinese zodiac Rat would have a normal luck, especially in their wealth and career aspects. Single Rat people will have a large chance to fall in love with someone. Pay much attention to their health condition.
See more about Luck Prediction by Month 2019 & 2020
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 Sep. 09, 2019 -
Questions & Answers on Year of the Rat
Asked by Am from UNITED KINGDOM | Sep. 06, 2019 19:41
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ReplyMy date of birth is 12th Nov 1996. I am finding difficult to get the job inspite of good education
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Answered by Noah from UNITED KINGDOM | Sep. 09, 2019 20:47
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00ReplyOh, Am, you are suggested to keep the positive attitude towards the current situation. You actually have outstanding abilities to obtain successes. Thus don't worry. The prediction shows that November and December this year will be lucky months for you to find a job.
Asked by Laurie from CANADA | Aug. 06, 2019 18:20Reply
ReplyMy birthday is August 5/60. Will I have a residential move in the near future?
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Answered by Daley from POLAND | Aug. 07, 2019 23:5400Reply
00ReplyWell, according to the prediction, the possibility of having a residential move is not high.
Asked by Dia from AMERICA | Jul. 28, 2019 01:25Reply
ReplyI miss my opportunity
If I only stay and keep on learning and take the Challenge the lead position would have been mine. But I change field and left shipping department. opportunity it’s hard to come by 9/22/1972 at 5:pm. All I want to know will I get the next opportunity in a different department or down the road??
Thank you for answering my questions.
Thank you for answering my questions.
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Answered by Bridget from FINLAND | Aug. 01, 2019 20:2300Reply
00ReplyWell, according to the situation, you should follow your true thoughts. If you are still interested in the previous work field, it is suggested to change. If not, you can look for the other golden chances. You should have more confidence about yourself.
Answered by Dia from USA | Aug. 02, 2019 02:4800Reply
00ReplyThank you
Asked by Wangmo from BHUTAN | Jul. 21, 2019 10:32Reply
ReplyI am wid rat born in 25/11/1984
I would like to know whether the month December is lucky for me ?
Many thanks in advance 🙏
Many thanks in advance 🙏
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Answered by Landon from GERMANY | Jul. 21, 2019 22:4700Reply
00ReplyYes, generally speaking, the last lunar month is lucky for you in wealth, career and love relationship. One thing you need to pay attention to is your health. You need to find ways to get some relaxation and release pressure.
Answered by Wangmo from BHUTAN | Jul. 22, 2019 00:3600Reply
00Reply🙏🙏🙏 thank you so much