Chinese Zodiac Sign: Rooster

Years: 1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017

The Sign of Rooster symbolizes the character traits of pompousness, confidence, and motivation. Roosters like to be noticed and flattered. They are conscious about clothing and appearance, and always manage to look attractive. Roosters have a strong “sixth-sense”. They are sociable and good at small talks. Although sharp, practical, and resourceful, Roosters are dreamers too. They tend to seriously pursue their dreams and push their life to the high points and low points along the way, both in business and in love life. Through the turmoil of emotional entanglement and financial instability, Roosters will struggle to achieve happiness when they get to older age.

People born in the Year of the Rooster are sociable, hard working, courageous, reckless, selfish, and creative. They are also a dreamer, flashy dresser and often full of imaginations. They enjoy singing, music, and exhibit persistence in achieving personal goals. They like to speak out their minds and often persuasive to others. They make great hosts and love entertaining. They usually keep their promises and are true to their words. They like to keep their home organized and neat. They are generous in spending money in buying furnishings for home or clothing for themselves. But that doesn't mean they don't care about money, in fact, they love to compare prices and shop for bargain. Roosters have a strong independent spirit, and they have difficulties to accept advice.

Strengthness

Roosters are compassionate, forthright, brave, enthusiastic, loyal, hardworking, adventurous, meticulous, charming, and witty. They are very observant, resourceful, sensible, well-dressed, and usually popular. They are talented in writing, and could be an excellent writer or journalist. Prudent and careful, the management of finances is their strength.

Weakness

Roosters can be cranky, fussy, self-involved, blindly egotistical, over-zealous, pretentious, and materialistic. They like to be in the spotlight and tend to brag about themselves. When there is a conflict, Roosters like to push it to the extreme, but flee before open hostilities break out. They can be skeptical and blunt when it comes to offering their opinions. They also cannot tolerate opposing views or different ways of doing things. Though Roosters are excellent in managing money, when they achieve financial security, they are tempted to spend their earnings quickly or carelessly.

People born in the Year of the Rooster will do well as politician, publicist, restaurant owner, artist, actor, musician, dancer, financial adviser, bank manager, accountant, dentist, hairdresser, journalist, writer, soldier, or world traveler. Highly motivated and hard-working, Roosters are likely to have successful careers.

The Best Love Match: Ox and Snake

Rooster and Ox: It is a match made in heaven. Both are hardworking and ambitious. They appeal to each other with passion and excitement.

Rooster and Snake: This is an excellent union. Both are ambitious, methodical, and attentive to details. They may not appear to be romantic couple, but work great in accumulating wealth in life, and they will achieve happiness in marriage.

Words of Caution: The Rooster and the Rabbit are highly incompatible. There is no common ground between the two for a relationship. Compared to the Rooster, the Rabbit is a pure dreamer and does not pursue hard to his or her dreams. The Rooster will practically drive the Rabbit into hiding.

Love Affairs

People born under the Sign of Rooster are likely to have many romantic excitements in their life. They seek romance as a way to pursue their sincere dreams. They have impressive appearance and outstanding mind. They like to be seen in the dominant position over their partners, but it is strictly for show and fun, not for a real conviction. Roosters have a tendency to misjudge the other party in a relationship and feel hurt when they are disappointed in their romance. They may lack firm personal commitment when they come to serious relationships, but when they settle down with the right partner, Roosters are loyal and devoted to their love ones. It is important for Roosters to find a partner who is a good listener and able to realize that beneath the big egos there are caring hearts overflowing with love.

Yin/Yang: YIN
Colors: Golden, Coffee, Yellow
Directions: West, Southwest, Northeast