Tiger personality
Tigers are bold, charismatic and willing to take risks others avoid. They defend the people they care about and are natural leaders.
Weaknesses
They can be impulsive, short-tempered or rebellious against authority. Tigers may act before thinking things through.
Love and compatibility
Tigers love intensely and need excitement and respect in a relationship. They do best with a partner who gives them room to roam.
- Best matches: Pig (secret friend), Horse and Dog (natural allies).
- Hidden friction: Snake.
- Most challenging: Monkey, the sign opposite the Tiger.
Compare any two signs with the compatibility calculator.
Career
Leadership, entrepreneurship, sports, the military and creative work with high stakes suit the Tiger.
Tiger and the five elements
Every Tiger year also has an element, which colors the sign’s personality.
- Wood Tiger (1974, 2034): Wood adds growth, generosity and a cooperative, idealistic streak.
- Fire Tiger (1926, 1986): Fire adds passion, confidence and drive, along with a tendency toward impatience.
- Earth Tiger (1938, 1998): Earth adds stability, practicality and a steady, reliable nature.
- Metal Tiger (1950, 2010): Metal adds determination, discipline and a strong sense of purpose.
- Water Tiger (1962, 2022): Water adds intuition, flexibility and good communication skills.
Years of the Tiger
If you were born in January or February, check the exact start date: births before Chinese New Year belong to the previous sign.