Chinese Zodiac

By Rachael, Robyn & Lauren

History
The Chinese animal zodiac, is a repeating cycle of 12 years, with each year being
represented by an animal. Traditionally these zodiac animals were used to date
the years.The 12 animals were chosen deliberately. The zodiac animals are either
closely related to ancient Chinese peoples daily lives, or have lucky meanings.
Everybody has different animal signs depending on the year of your birth. People
under different signs have unique characters and fortune. As the Chinese zodiac
recurs every 12 years, your animal year will come around when you are 12, 24,
36, 48, 60, 72, etc.
According to ancient Chinese superstition, when it is your birth zodiac year, you
will have bad luck during that year. The best way to avoid bad luck during this year
is by wearing something red given by an elderly relative.

Rat
The rat is the first animal in the 12-year
cycle of Chinese zodiac. The rat
represents
Personality traits of people born in the year
of the rat are quick-witted, resourceful,
versatile kind, smart and lovely. Rats have
a lack of courage and command skills,
therefore they dont make good leaders.
Rats also sleep in late as they are
nocturnal animals.

Lucky colours: Blue, gold, green

Lucky numbers: 2, 3

Sh

(Sh) = Rat

Ox
The year of the Ox is the second year in the
Chinese Zodiac cycle. The years of the Ox
are 1913, 1925, 1937, 1949, 1961, 1973,
1985, 1997, 2009, 2021 etc.
Oxen symbolise diligence, persistence and
honesty.
Lucky Colors: White, yellow, green
Lucky Numbers: 1, 4.
Personality traits: Diligent, reliable, honest,
determined and ambitious.

Ni

Tiger
The year of the Tiger is the third in the Chinese
Zodiac cycle. The years of the Tiger are 1914,
1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010,
2022 etc.

They are very charming and well-liked by

others.
Lucky Colors: blue, grey, orange, white
Lucky Numbers: 1, 3, 4

Personality traits: Brave, competitive,

confident, adventurous, open and
independent, sometimes irritable and
overindulged.

Rabbit
The rabbit is the fourth animal in the
12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac. The
rabbit represents

Lucky colours: Red, pink,

purple, blue
Lucky numbers: 3, 4, 6

Personality traits of people born in the

year of the rabbit are gentle, quiet,
clever, elegant, alert, kind and patient.
Rabbits are reluctant to reveal their
minds to others. They are too cautious
and conservative

(T) = Rabbit

Dragon
The year of the Dragon is fifth year in the Chinese
zodiac cycle. The years of the Dragon include 1916,
1928, 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012,
2024, 2036 etc.
The Dragon is a prominent figure in Chinese
culture. It is regarded as a powerful and benevolent
symbol.
Lucky Colors: Gold, silver and grayish white.
Lucky Numbers: 1, 6, 7.
Personality traits: Enthusiastic, confident,
intelligent, ambitious and hardworking.

Lng

Snake
The year of the Snake is the sixth in the 12-year
cycle of Chinese zodiac sign. The years of the
Snake include 1917, 1929, 1941, 1953, 1965,
1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025 etc.
The Snake carries the meanings of malevolence
and mystery, as well as acumen and divination.
Lucky Colors: Black, red and yellow.
Lucky Numbers: 2, 8, 9
Personality traits: Calm, courageous, lively,
intelligent and communicative.

Sh

Horse
The year of the Horse is the seventh in the 12 year
Chinese Zodiac cycle. The years of the Horse include
1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002, 2014,
2026 etc.
Horses symbolises enthusiasm and energy, and gives
people an impression of independence and integrity. Its
spirit is recognised to be the Chinese people's
ethos,-making efforts to improve themselves with
passion and diligence.
Lucky Colors: Yellow and green.
Lucky Numbers: 2, 3, 7,
Personality traits: Energetic, kind, rational, sentimental
and optimistic.

Goat
The year of the Goat (or sheep/ram) is the
eighth in the Chinese zodiac cycle. The years of
the Goat include 1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967,
1979, 1991, 2003, 2015, 2027 etc.
The Goat/Sheep/Ram is among the animals
that people like most. It is gentle and calm, and
often reminds people of beautiful things.
Lucky Colors: Green, red and purple.
Lucky Numbers: 2, 7
Personality traits: Creative, thoughtful, calm,
gentle, honest and amicable.

Shnyng

Monkey
The year of the Monkey is the ninth year in the
Chinese Zodiac cycle. The years of the Monkey
are 1914, 1926, 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986,
1998, 2010, 2022

The monkey is a clever animal. It is usually

compared to a smart person. This year is the year
of the Monkey, and is an unlucky year. Must be
aware of road accidents, not good health
expectations.
Lucky Colors: Blue, grey, orange and white.
Lucky Numbers: 1, 3, 4.
Personality traits: Fast learners, crafty,

Hu

Rooster
The rooster is the tenth animal in the 12-year
cycle in the Chinese zodiac. The rooster
represents
Personality traits of people born in the year of
the rooster are observant, hardworking,
confident, courageous, talented and honest.
Roosters expect others to listen to them while
they speak. Vain and boastful roosters like to
brag about themselves and their
accomplishments. Roosters are always
seeking the attention of others, this annoys
people around them at times.

Lucky colours: Gold, brown, yellow

Lucky numbers: 5, 7, 8

(J) = Rooster

Dog
The dog is the eleventh animal in the
12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac. The
dog represents

Lucky colors: Red, green & purple

Lucky numbers: 3, 4, 6
(Gu) = Dog

Personality traits of people born in the year

of the dog are honest, kind, cautious, loyal
and sincere. Dogs will do everything for
the person they think is most important.
Dogs are not good at communication, it is
difficult for them to convey their minds to
others. Therefore Dogs tend to leave
others the impression of a stubborn
personality.

Pig
The Pig is the twelfth and final year in the Chinese
Zodiac cycle. The years of the Pig are 1920, 1932,
1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016, 2028 etc.
Pig is not thought to be a smart animal in China, it likes
sleeping and eating and thus usually symbolises laziness
and clumsiness. On the positive side, it behaves itself, and
can bring affluence to people, so it has been regarded as
wealth.
Lucky numbers: 2, 5, 8, and numbers containing them
(like 25 and 58)
Lucky colors: yellow, gray, brown, gold.
Personality traits: Impatient, ambitious, caring, gentle,

good natured.

Zh