Rooster personality
Roosters are organized, diligent and direct. They notice details, keep high standards and are proud of good work.
Weaknesses
They can be critical, blunt or vain, and may struggle when things are not done their way.
Love and compatibility
Roosters are loyal and caring partners who appreciate honesty and effort.
- Best matches: Dragon (secret friend), Ox and Snake (natural allies).
- Hidden friction: Dog.
- Most challenging: Rabbit, the sign opposite the Rooster.
Compare any two signs with the compatibility calculator.
Career
Accounting, journalism, the military, healthcare, design and any precise, detail-heavy work suit the Rooster.
Rooster and the five elements
Every Rooster year also has an element, which colors the sign’s personality.
- Wood Rooster (1945, 2005): Wood adds growth, generosity and a cooperative, idealistic streak.
- Fire Rooster (1957, 2017): Fire adds passion, confidence and drive, along with a tendency toward impatience.
- Earth Rooster (1969, 2029): Earth adds stability, practicality and a steady, reliable nature.
- Metal Rooster (1981, 2041): Metal adds determination, discipline and a strong sense of purpose.
- Water Rooster (1933, 1993): Water adds intuition, flexibility and good communication skills.
Years of the Rooster
If you were born in January or February, check the exact start date: births before Chinese New Year belong to the previous sign.