12 Chinese Zodiac Animals

In Chinese astrology, the Year of the Rooster is one of the 12 zodiac animals, and it’s associated with certain personality traits and characteristics. People born in the Year of the Rooster (1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029, etc...) are said to embody these qualities, though they can vary slightly depending on the element (Metal, Water, Wood, Fire, or Earth) tied to their specific year. Here’s an overview of Rooster traits:

Positive Traits:

Confident: Roosters are self-assured and carry themselves with pride. They’re not afraid to stand out or speak their minds.
Hardworking: They’re diligent and dedicated, often excelling in tasks that require focus and effort.
Observant: Roosters have a keen eye for detail and are great at noticing things others might miss.
Honest: They’re straightforward and value truthfulness, often saying exactly what they think.
Organized: Roosters like order and tend to be punctual and reliable.
Charismatic: With their bold personalities, they often draw attention and can be quite charming when they want to be.

Negative Traits:

Arrogant: Their confidence can sometimes tip into cockiness or a need to show off.
Critical: Roosters can be perfectionists, which might make them overly judgmental of others.
Blunt: Their honesty can come across as tactless or harsh at times.
Vain: They often care a lot about their appearance and how they’re perceived.
Stubborn: Once they’ve made up their mind, it’s hard to sway them.

Element Variations:

Metal Rooster (1981, 2041): Analytical, determined, and sometimes rigid.
Water Rooster (1993, 2053): Intelligent, adaptable, and good communicators.
Wood Rooster (2005, 2065,): Warm, social, and progressive, but can overextend themselves.
Fire Rooster (2017, 2077): Passionate, competitive, and intense.
Earth Rooster (1969, 2029,): Practical, grounded, and methodical.

Rooster Compatibility: Ox, Snake, Dragon

Rooster Clashes: Be careful around Rabbit and Dog.