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| Your animal sign depends on the year in which you were born. But, unlike the Western year, which always begins on January 1, the Chinese New Year varies, and can fall on any day between the end of Janaury and mid-February. If you were born around this time, check the precise date each Chinese year begins (see date next to year) to be sure you're matched up with the correct animal. Click here! |
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THE RAT CHARACTER / Charming, popular, social, charismatic, intelligent, clever, quick-witted. X Devious, crafty. LIFE AND LOVES: As a Rat, you've a clever creature, respected and admired. It's rare to find a poor Rat, since most of you are thrifty and ingenious at managing your finances. Being the first sign imbues you with qualities of leadership - you like to take charge, especially in your relationships. You're attractive, have bags of charm, are blessed with a charismatic personality and positively ooze sex-appeal. A born romantic, you tend to fall in love easily. As a lover, you can be flirtatious, passionate, sensual and intense. You're gregarious by nature and miserable when on your own, so a relationship with a partner who you truly love is quintessential to your happiness and well-being. IDEAL PARTNERS: Dragons, Monkeys INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Horses FAMOUS RATS: Hugh Grant, Antonio Banderas, Pat Rafter |
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THE OX CHARACTER / Solid, stable, honest, reliable, hard-working, plenty of integrity. X Stubborn, inflexible LIFE AND LOVES: The most industrious of the animals, you take a serious and conscientious approach of life. You're cautious, reserved and can be introverted. You're not a party-pooper, but you're not greagarious, either, and dislike empty chit-chat. You like to be sure of your ground before making your approach, so establishing new relationships can take time. You're big-hearted, deeply loving and the least promiscuous of the animals. You seek a supportive mate and stable marriage, though your bossy inflexible nature can work against your long-term happiness IDEAL PARTNERS: Snakes, Roosters INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Sheep FAMOUS OXEN: George Clooney, Meryl Streep, Richard Gere |
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THE TIGER CHARACTER / Enthusiastic, passionate, optimistic, courageous, bold. X Volatile, hot-headed. LIFE AND LOVES: There's an excitement about you which makes you irresistible to the opposite sex. You're brave, with a noble ideal to fight for freedom and justice. The Chinese say that a Tiger in the house is the best insurance against fire, theft and evil spirits. You've a huge appetite for living life to the fullest and a spontaneous enjoyment of sex. You're warm, generous of spirit and romantic. Tigers are made for love and though many marry young, they don't lose their flirtatious instincts. IDEAL PARTNERS: Horses, Dogs INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Monkeys FAMOUS TIGERS: Tom Cruise, Penčlope Cruz, Leonardo DiCaprio |
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THE RABBIT CHARACTER / Wise, thoughtful, cultured refined, artistic, gentle, sentimental. X Fussy, gossipy. LIFE AND LOVES: You're gentle and sentimental, but you like to come across as distant and aloof, perhaps protecting those tender feelings behind a tough facade. Arguably, you're the most stylish of the animals - cultured, chic and refined. Yet you have an intenses love of home, security and comfort, so much so, that some Rabbits aren't averse to marrying for money. In relationships, you're intelligent and wise, handling others with great psychological aplomb. Despite your cool demeanour, you're a sexy creature but, once committed, you're chosen partner for life. IDEAL PARTNERS: Sheep, Pigs INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Roosters FAMOUS RABBITS: Brade Pitt, Drew Barrymore, Kurt Russell. |
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THE DRAGON CHARACTER / Original, dynamic, colourful adaptable, lucky, self-assured. X Arrogant, unpredictable. LIFE AND LOVES: The most fabulous, flamboyant and dramatic of the signs, Dragons have big personalities - with ambitions and egos to match. As one of these, you're exotic, powerful and exuberant. You're also wild, impulse and able to generate excitement wherever you go. You have a temper and can be hopelessly tactless and insensitive, but your shiny nature makes up for all that. Relating to others comes easily and you tend to fall in love at the drop of a hat. You'll either marry very young and form a lifelong, stable partnership, or choose to stay single and enjoy a succession of relationships. IDEAL PARTNERS: Rats, Monkeys INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Dogs FAMOUS DRAGONS: Rob Lowe, Colin Friels, Russell Crowe, Courtney Cox Arquette. |
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THE SNAKE CHARACTER / Wise, shrewd, subtle, compassionate, proud, incisive, clever, alluring. X Indolent, manipulative. LIFE AND LOVES: You love to coil up in a chair and read or listen to music. Of the 12 animal signs, yo're not the most energetic, but you're the deepest, wisest, shrewdest and the most intuitive. You burn with intense passions, and your quiet charms enchant anyone who comes under your spell. A femme fatalle, you're devastatingly sexy. Your partner loves you not only for your sultry looks and incisive mind, but for your wonderfully droll humour. You can be a flirt, but you hate your partner making eyes at anyone else. When crossed in love, a Snake never forgives or forgets! IDEAL PARTNERS: Oxen, Roosters INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Pigs FAMOUS SNAKES: Pierce Brosnan, Steve and Mark Waugh, Liz Hurley. |
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THE HORSE CHARACTER / Vivacious, chatty, witty, independant, friendly, volatile, irrepressible. X Reckless, inconstant. LIFE AND LOVES: You're a bright social star-effervescent like champagne, vivacious and witty. Spirited, impulsive and volatile, you have a huge capacity for life, bursting onto the scene and generating a vortex of energy. You also have a low boredom threshold, so you're capable, on a whim, of kicking up your heels and galloping off into the sunset. You're smart and razor-sharp, but when it comes to love, you lose all judgement and throw caution to the wind. You seem to fall in love for the wrong reasons and with all the wrong people. Fortunately, maturity does bring emotional stability and happiness into your life. IDEAL PARTNERS: Tigers, Dogs INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Rats FAMOUS HORSE: Barbra Streisand, Cindy Crawford, Bob Geldof. |
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THE SHEEP CHARACTER / Sensitive, artistic, gentle, kind, cultured, home-loving. X Ingratiating, self-indulgent. LIFE AND LOVES: You're kind, considerate and compassionate home-lover and are happiest when busying yourself around the house. You're polished and chic, always appearing as if you'd just stepped out of the pages of Vogue magazine. Placid and easy-going, you want a cosy life, protected from all the ills of the world. Nobody thrives better than you in the secure bonds of a stable union. On your own, you tend to be shy, retiring, self-conscious and insecure. But ,with the encouragement of a loving partner at your side, you develop the confidence to shine and reveal what a truly witty, amusing and talented individual you really are. IDEAL PARTNERS: Rabbits, Pigs INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Oxen FAMOUS SHEEP: Nicole Kidman, Mel Gibson, Guy Pearce, Heath Ledger. |
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THE MONKEY CHARACTER / Ingenious, clever, versatile, inventive, witty, intelligent. X Mischievous, superficial. LIFE AND LOVES: Monkeys like to be at the centre of things and to feel the pulse of life around them. With your irrepressible sense of fun, entertaining comes naturally to you. But you can be be a bit of a rascal, especially when you're bored - that's when your cheeky, mischievous side emerges! Of the 12 signs, you have the quickest wit, the nimblest mind and the most insatiable curiosity. Sharp as a pin, versatile and provocative, you have a youthful outlook and maintain your sexual appetite well into old age. Monkeys are restless and have a reputation for promiscuity, but with a live-wire partner to match their own high spirits, they can be kept contented and amused for life. IDEAL PARTNERS: Rats, Dragons INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Tigers FAMOUS MONKEYS: Jennifer Aniston, Michael Douglas, Hugh Jackman. |
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THE ROOSTER CHARACTER / Passionate, focused, feisty, industrious, flamboyant, clean, tidy, stylish, patriotic. X Bossy, rude. LIFE AND LOVES: You have extremely high standards. You're naturally house-proud and conscious of health and hygiene. With such strong views, it's hardly surprising you find other people's shortcomings hard to take. Roosters are feisty, tough, resilient and confident. But they're also kind and generous. Honesty is very important to you. You're open in relationships and expect the same of your partner. You despise deceit and disloyalty, and, once you've committed yourself, your partner is assured that you'll remain true. You're extrovereed and theatrical, and beneath your proud exterior beats a heart of pure gold. IDEAL PARTNERS: Oxen, Snakes INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Rabbits FAMOUS ROOSTERS: Bette Midler, Shane Warne, Goldie Hawn, Lleyton Hewitt. |
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THE DOG CHARACTER / Reliable, devoted, honest, caring, unselfish, helpful, intelligent. X Anxious, nosy. LIFE AND LOVES: Dogs don't demand much, you just want to be happy, surrounded by your family, and to feel you're of service to others. This gives you fulfilment and is possibly the reason why many Dogs make a career in health and welfare. As a caring, unselfish and altruistic individual, you were born for duty and responsibility. You're alway there for othe people, listening, encouraging and giving advice. But in your own emotional life, you're sensitive and innately shy. You don't fall in love easily, you need time to kindle the flame. But once you commit, you become a loyal partner through thick and thin. IDEAL PARTNERS: Tigers, Horses INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Dragons FAMOUS DOGS: Prince William, Michelle Pfeiffer, Jamie Durie. |
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THE PIG CHARACTER / Sincere, gregarious, naive, gullible, earthy, generous, unpretentious, pratical, optimistic. X Lazy, materialistic. LIFE AND LOVES: At the end of the day, all Pigs adore the sensual luxury of bathing. You count your blessings and thank the stars for a contented life. Of all the signs, you tend to be the most laid-back. You're extravagant and generous, but are shrewd in business. Emotionally, you're warm and loving, sensual and sexy. You're so good-natured and easy-going, that you get along well with most people. The companionship of married life suits you, as you give your affections freely and adore cuddling up close to the one you love. IDEAL PARTNERS: Rabbits, Sheep INCOMPATIBLE WITH: Snakes FAMOUS PIGS: Arnold Schwarzenegger, Bryan Brown, Elton John. |