The Chinese Zodiac is based on a twelve year cycle – each year being represented by an animal. This year, 1998, is the year of Tiger. It is said that a person born within an animal’s year will have the qualities of that animal. Chinese learn their future and fortunes by the animal symbols of the Chinese Zodiac. Find the year you were born to determine your own sign.
 
           

TIGER (1950,1962,1974,1986,1998,2010)

You are sensitive, emotional and capable of great love. However you have a tendency to get carried away about what you think is right. You may be seen as a "hothead" or rebel. Your sign shows you would be excellent as a boss, explorer, race car driver or matador.

RABBIT (1951,1963,1975,1987,1999,2011)

You are the kind of person that people like to be around: kind, affectionate, obliging and pleasant. You have a tendency, though, to get too sentimental and seem superficial. Being cautious and conservative, you are successful in business but would also make a good lawyer, diplomat or actor.

DRAGON (1952,1964,1976,1988,2000,2012)

Full of vitality and enthusiasm, the Dragon is a popular individual even with the reputation of being foolhardy and a "big mouth" at times. You are intelligent, gifted and a perfectionist. These qualities make you unduly demanding on others. You would be well suited to be an artist, priest or politician.

SNAKE (1953,1965,1977,1989,2001,2013)

Rich in wisdom and charm, you are romantic, deep thinking and your intuition guides you. Avoid procrastination and your stingy attitude towards money. Keep your sense of humor. The Snake would be content as a teacher, philosopher, writer, psychiatrist or fortuneteller.

HORSE (1954,1966,1978,1990,2002,2014)

Your capacity for hard work is amazing. You are your own person and very independent. While intelligent and friendly, you have a strong streak of selfishness and sharp cunning. You should guard against being egotistical. Your sign suggests success as an adventurer, scientist, poet or politician.

GOAT (1955,1967,1979,1991,2003,2015)

Except for the knack of always getting off on the wrong foot with people, the Goat can be charming company. You are elegant and artistic but the first to complain about things. Put aside your pessimism and worry. Try to be less dependent on material comforts. You would be best as an actor, gardener or beachcomber.

MONKEY (1956,1968,1980,1992,2004,2016)

You are very intelligent and a clever wit. Because of your extraordinary nature and magnetic personality, you are always well liked. The Monkey, however, must guard against being an opportunist and distrustful of other people. Your sign promises success in any field you try.

ROOSTER (1957,1969,1981,1993,2005,2017)

The Rooster is a hard worker, shrewd, definite in decision making and often speaks his mind. Because of this, you seem boastful to others. You are a dreamer and extravagant to the extreme. Born under this sign, you should be happy as a restaurant owner, publicist, soldier or world traveler.

DOG (1958,1970,1982,1994,2006,2018)

The Dog will never let you down. You are honest and faithful to those you love. You are plagued by constant worry, a sharp tongue and a tendency to be a faultfinder. You would make an excellent businessman, activist or secret agent.

PIG (1959,1971,1983,1995,2007,2019)

You are a splendid companion, an intellectual with a need to achieve difficult goals. You are sincere, tolerant, and honest. But by expecting the same from others, you are naive. Your quest for material goods could be your downfall. The Pig would be best in the arts as an entertainer or a lawyer.

RAT (1960,1972,1984,1996,2008,2020)

You are imaginative, charming and truly generous to the person you love. However, you have a tendency to be quick-tempered and overly critical. You are also inclined to be an opportunist. Born under this sign, you should be happy in sales, as a writer, critic or publicist.

OX (1961,1973,1985,1997,2009,2021)

A born leader, you inspire confidence. Conservative and methodical, you are good with your hands. Guard against being chauvinistic or demanding your own way. You would be successful as a surgeon, general, or hairdresser.