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Rooster Zodiac Sign

Precise, persuasive, and never afraid to speak the truth.

Years of the Rooster include 2029, 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981, 1969, 1957, 1945, 1933. Roosters hold the 10th position in the twelve-year cycle. Roosters shine when they can organise, analyse, and refine. They are confident communicators who value excellence, clarity, and a life that feels polished.

Rooster Horoscope Forecasts

Most Recent Rooster Year (2017 - Fire Rooster)

2017 is a Fire Rooster year with a yin pulse.

Career: Career & Ambition: Expect momentum whenever you collaborate or share ideas openly. Make space for skill upgrades and you will stand out during the busiest chapters of the year.

Wealth: Wealth & Opportunity: Budget mindfully in the first half of the year, then double down on investments that pass both your intuition and your research filters.

Relationships: Relationships & Community: Show up consistently for the people who value your heart. Thoughtful emotional check-ins will dissolve any lingering misunderstandings.

Health: Health & Vitality: Balance ambition with rest. Combine movement with calming rituals so your nervous system stays steady while you chase new horizons.

Lucky colours: Crimson, Coral, Gold

Upcoming Rooster Year (2029 - Earth Rooster)

2029 is a Earth Rooster year with a yin pulse.

Career: Career & Ambition: Expect momentum whenever you collaborate or share ideas openly. Make space for skill upgrades and you will stand out during the busiest chapters of the year.

Wealth: Wealth & Opportunity: Budget mindfully in the first half of the year, then double down on investments that pass both your intuition and your research filters.

Relationships: Relationships & Community: Show up consistently for the people who value your heart. Thoughtful emotional check-ins will dissolve any lingering misunderstandings.

Health: Health & Vitality: Balance ambition with rest. Combine movement with calming rituals so your nervous system stays steady while you chase new horizons.

Lucky colours: Saffron, Olive, Sand

Rooster Lucky Items

These are the lucky items that bring Roosters luck.

Things that bring Roosters luck

  • Lucky numbers: 5, 7, 8
  • Lucky days: 4th Lunar Day, 26th Lunar Day
  • Lucky colors: Gold, Brown, Yellow
  • Lucky flowers: Gladiola, Cockscomb
  • Lucky direction: West, Southwest
  • Lucky months: 2nd Lunar Month, 5th Lunar Month

Things to avoid

  • Unlucky colors: White, Green
  • Unlucky numbers: 1, 3, 9
  • Unlucky direction: East
  • Unlucky months: 4th Lunar Month

Rooster Love Compatibility

Best Matches

Trine Partners (三合)

Natural allies who share core values and energy. Powerful and harmonious connections.

  • Rooster + Snake — Both value refinement and intelligence. Snake's depth matches Rooster's precision. They create sophisticated and successful life together.
  • Rooster + Ox — Hardworking and dedicated pair. Ox's strength supports Rooster's attention to detail. Reliable and productive partnership.

Six Harmony (六合)

Perfect complementary match. Balances and completes each other beautifully.

  • Rooster + Dragon — Rooster organizes Dragon's big ideas. Dragon elevates Rooster's efforts. Perfect complementary match.

Friendly Matches

Generally harmonious. These pairings can work well with mutual respect and understanding.

  • Rooster + Horse — Different paces but can appreciate each other.
  • Rooster + Goat — Rooster provides structure Goat sometimes needs.
  • Rooster + Pig — Pig accepts Rooster's critical nature. Decent.
  • Rooster + Tiger — Different styles but can coexist.
  • Rooster + Monkey — Can work with patience and respect.
  • Rooster + Rat — Both detail-oriented. Understand priorities.

Challenging Matches

Harmful (六害)

Creates subtle tensions. Best to maintain respectful distance.

  • Rooster + Dog — Rooster's showing off bothers humble Dog. Dog's cynicism wounds Rooster's pride. Creates uncomfortable atmosphere.

Conflict (六冲)

Direct opposition. Requires significant effort and compromise.

  • Rooster + Rabbit — Complete opposites. Rooster's criticism hurts sensitive Rabbit deeply. Rabbit's passivity frustrates Rooster. Constant tension and hurt.

Punishment (相刑)

Most harmful pairing. Brings out the worst in each other.

  • Rooster + Rooster — Too much criticism and competition. Both want to be right. Constant bickering and one-upmanship. Exhausting pairing.

Rooster Personality Snapshot

General

Roosters notice every flaw and every opportunity. They prefer honest feedback, orderly spaces, and routines that allow them to demonstrate mastery.

Men

Rooster men are protective perfectionists who show love through practical help and fierce advocacy.

Women

Rooster women are dazzling and disciplined. They lead with style, appreciate appreciation, and need partners who honour their standards.

Rooster Element Combinations

Layer the five elements with the animal to understand how each sixty-year cycle expresses itself.

Animal + Element Key Traits
Wood Rooster Wood Roosters are entrepreneurial planners who enjoy guiding communities.
Fire Rooster Fire Roosters are charismatic performers with fearless opinions.
Earth Rooster Earth Roosters are dependable organisers who keep projects on schedule.
Metal Rooster Metal Roosters are meticulous craftsmen devoted to quality.
Water Rooster Water Roosters are articulate diplomats who combine logic with charm.

Rooster Years & Elements

Each cycle starts on Chinese New Year in the Pacific/Kiritimati timezone (UTC+14) so the upcoming year becomes available the moment it begins anywhere on Earth.

Year Element & Polarity Cycle Start Cycle End
2029 Earth (Yin) February 13, 2029 February 2, 2030
2017 Fire (Yin) January 28, 2017 February 15, 2018
2005 Wood (Yin) February 9, 2005 January 28, 2006
1993 Water (Yin) January 23, 1993 February 9, 1994
1981 Metal (Yin) February 5, 1981 January 24, 1982
1969 Earth (Yin) February 17, 1969 February 5, 1970
1957 Fire (Yin) January 31, 1957 February 17, 1958
1945 Wood (Yin) February 13, 1945 February 1, 1946
1933 Water (Yin) January 26, 1933 February 13, 1934