The Rooster
5 PM - 7 PM
"I Know."
Yin
Metal

The Rooster in Chinese astrology zodiac glyph


Years: 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029, 2041
Equivalent Western Zodiac: Virgo
Lunar Month Dates: September 8 - October 7
Season: Autumn/September
Countries: Belgium, Poland, South Korea, Czech Republic, Afghanistan, Morocco
(+): Acute, neat, meticulous, organized, self-assured, decisive, conservative, critical, perfectionist, alert, zealous, practical, scientific, responsible.
(-): Over zealous and critical, puritanical, egotistical, abrasive, opinionated, given to empty bravado.

Occupying the 10th position in the Chinese Zodiac, the Rooster symbolizes such character traits as confidence, pompousness and motivation. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rooster are loyal, trustworthy individuals who are blunt when it comes to offering their opinions. Their bluntness stems not from being mean but from being honest; a trait which Roosters expect from others. Roosters are extremely sociable and prefer being the center of attention, always bragging about themselves and their accomplishments. They continually seek the unwavering attention of others which can be annoying. Roosters are as proud of their homes as they are of themselves. They're extremely organized individuals as evidenced by the fact that their homes are always neat.

Career and Finances

Roosters are highly motivated and hard-working; traits that enable most Roosters to have successful careers. Not surprisingly, Roosters make good actors, musicians and dancers. Other good career choices for Roosters include: CPA, banker, dentist, insurance agent, secretary, and book keeper. Roosters also do well in the armed forces.

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Last Updated: 02.20.10

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