Year of the Rooster
Rooster is the tenth in the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac sign. The Years of the Rooster include 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029...
Rooster is almost the epitome of fidelity and punctuality. For ancestors who had no alarm clocks, the crowing was significant, as it could awaken people to get up and start to work. In Chinese culture, another symbolic meaning of chicken carries is exorcising evil spirits.
Earthly Branch: You 酉
Element: Metal (Jin)
Yin Yang: Yin
Season: Autumn
Years of the Rooster
| Rooster Year | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
| 1921 | Feb.8,1921 | Jan.27,1922 |
| 1933 | Jan.26,1933 | Feb.13,1934 |
| 1945 | Feb.13,1945 | Feb.1,1946 |
| 1957 | Jan.31,1957 | Feb.17,1958 |
| 1969 | Feb.17,1969 | Feb.5,1970 |
| 1981 | Feb.5,1981 | Jan.24,1982 |
| 1993 | Jan.23,1993 | Feb.9,1994 |
| 2005 | Feb.9,2005 | Jan.28,2006 |
| 2017 | Jan.28,2017 | Feb.15,2018 |
| 2029 | Feb.13,2029 | Feb.2,2030 |
Lucky Signs for People Born in Rooster Year:
Lucky Colors: gold, brown, brownish yellow, yellow
Lucky Flowers: gladiola, impatiens, cockscomb
Lucky Directions: west, southwest, northeast
Things Should be Avoided:
- Unlucky Numbers: 1, 3, 9
- Unlucky Colors: white, green
- Unlucky Directions: east, north
People born in the Year of Rooster according to Chinese zodiac have many excellent characteristics, such as being honest, bright, communicative and ambitious. Most of them are born pretty or handsome, and prefer to dress up. In daily life, they seldom rely on others. However, they might be enthusiastic about something quickly, but soon be impassive. Thus, they need to have enough faiths and patience to insist on one thing.
- Strengths
Independent, capable, warm-hearted, self-respect, quick minded - Weaknesses
Impatient, critical, eccentric, narrow-minded, selfish - See more about Destiny by Birth Month
- Perfect Matches: Ox, Snake
If combining with people in Ox or Snake signs, most of them will obtain everlasting and harmonious marriage lives. The connection between them can become tight. In addition, couples of these combinations always become enviable ones in other people’s eyes. - Avoid: Rat, Rabbit, Horse, Rooster, Dog
They have a large chance to obtain a tough and unstable love life if they get married with people with the above five signs. During the whole life, they always meet difficulties and troubles. However, they don’t have enough abilities to solve them because of their born different opinions and attitudes with each other. Lots of divergences will damage the relationship finally. - See more about Chinese Zodiac Sign Compatibility
- Best Jobs: Politicians, diplomats, public speakers, clothing designers, beauticians, tour guides, actors/ actresses, comedians, scientists…
- Best Working Partners: Ox, Dragon, Snake
- Best Age to Start a Business: 50-60 years old
- Best Career Fields: Cosmetics shop, gallery or law office
- See more about Best Business and Career Fields for Rooster
In 2019, the year of Pig, people with Chinese zodiac Rooster will make breakthroughs in career or study, like a promotion or satisfying grades. For entrepreneurs, investing in real estate or other service sectors can bring about a certain amount of benefits. Besides, the health condition of Rooster people could also turn into a better stage in the Year of Pig. However, this year might not be a lucky one to develop love life. Those who have partners are suggested to think about others’ feelings and express themselves in a proper way to avoid unnecessary quarrels. The overall fortune for Rooster people will be ok in 2020, especially in their love and relationship. They can easily fall in love with someone and start a romantic relationship.
See more about Luck Prediction by Month 2020
They have different characteristics based on western astrological signs, like ebullient Aries, serious Taurus, confident Gemini, kind-hearted Cancer, ambitious Leo, prudent Virgo, optimistic Libra, self-disciplined Scorpio, determined Sagittarius, righteous Capricorn, creative Aquarius and wise Pisces.
- Blood Type O: Most of them are clever and wise. They can always find the fastest way to learn new things and adapt to new environment.
- Blood Type A: They are gentle, generous and kind-hearted in ordinary life. Thus they always win high popularity among surrounding people.
- Blood Type B: Type B people have keen insight when they need to make decisions. They are suitable for being the group leader because they usually can provide valuable suggestions.
- Blood Type AB: They have outstanding working abilities that can easily attract others’ attention. Most of them are willing to help others even though they have more important things to do.
People born in different years of a same zodiac sign vary in personality according to Chinese Five Elements of Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, and Water. See what kind of Roosters you are.
| Types | Years of Birth | Personality Traits |
|---|---|---|
| Wood Rooster | 1945, 2005 | Energetic, humorous, paying great attention to family. |
| Fire Rooster | 1957, 2017 | Holding strong sense of time, trustworthy; good at managing money. |
| Earth Rooster | 1909, 1969 | Active, perceptive, like traveling and making friends. |
| Metal Rooster | 1921, 1981 | Clear mind and exceptional logic, brave to overcome difficulties. |
| Water Rooster | 1933, 1993 | Smart and agile, sensitive, keen on art and niceness. |
Rooster Zodiac Eminent Personalities
Britney Spears, Justin Timberlake, Elton John, Jennifer Aniston, Anna Kournikova, Anne Heche, Alexis Bledel, Bette Midler, Cate Blanchett, Diane Sawyer, Elijah Wood, James Marsters, Jessica Alba, Matthew McConaughey, Matt Damon, Natalie Portman, Taylor Momsen, Catherine the Great, Amelia Earhart, Rudyard Kipling, Groucho Marx, Peter Ustinov, Tagore, Roger Federer, Serena Williams, Mencius, Mo-tse, Liu Che (Emperor Wu of China’s Western Han Dynasty 202 BC - 9 AD), Li Longji (Emperor Xuanzong of China’s Tang Dynasty 618 - 907), Zhuge Liang (Premier of Shu in China’s Three Kingdoms Period 220 - 280)
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Questions & Answers on Year of the Rooster
Asked by rainbowmix from ENGLAND | Oct. 19, 2019 18:33
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ReplyWater rooster
Hi,
I have spend all of 2019 worrying about work/further studying (masters) and love life. My spirituality has declined and I’m battling some really bad addictions (habits)
Will 2020 be any better? In terms of work, love and study? And spirituality
Born: 4th October 1993
I have spend all of 2019 worrying about work/further studying (masters) and love life. My spirituality has declined and I’m battling some really bad addictions (habits)
Will 2020 be any better? In terms of work, love and study? And spirituality
Born: 4th October 1993
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Answered by Allison from GERMANY | Oct. 20, 2019 20:06
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00ReplyYes, generally speaking, the overall luck will become better in 2020. You are advised to be more careful in work and avoid being trapped in arguments with colleagues. Keeping modest attitude towards people around will help you get a promotion or increased salary. In love life, you will enter the stablest year and harvest harmonious relationships.
Asked by Juneth from PHILIPPINES | Oct. 17, 2019 12:39Reply
ReplyWill i ever be successful in career and love here in Dubai?
Im born in june 28 1981.
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Answered by Daine from POLAND | Oct. 17, 2019 19:0300Reply
00ReplyYes, Juneth, it is advised that you would have a large chance to get successes in career and love. You should work harder and harder and have better performance. In this way, you may get some chances to get promotion and increased salary.
Asked by Su Yung from UNITED KINGDOM | Oct. 09, 2019 13:10Reply
ReplyWhere do I begin?
I’m Female born 22/10/69. my life is on hold/stagnanted. I feel there’s a dark cloud over me .. Will I ever move forward to a better life. Will I ever meet my soul mate. What’s my destiny. Thanking u in advance. Love from UK.
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Answered by Stella from POLAND | Oct. 09, 2019 18:5800Reply
00ReplyThe situation is not that bad actually. The situation would change into a better stage in 2020. The prediction shows that March, May, July, October, November and December in 2020 will be the lucky time for you. On weekends, you can join in more social activities. In this way, you may make more friends. Besides, trying to find ways to improve personal charm is also important. Good luck!