Chinese zodiac compatibility
Chinese tradition groups the twelve animals into four affinity triangles, six pairs of secret friends and six direct clashes. Enter two birth dates and see where the pair lands.
The astrological year starts on 4 February, so births in January take the previous year's animal. Compatibility here is a fixed traditional scheme, not an assessment of a real relationship.
Frequently asked questions
What are the affinity triangles?
Groups of three animals four years apart, held to be the best matches: rat–dragon–monkey, ox–snake–rooster, tiger–horse–dog, rabbit–goat–pig.
What does a clash mean?
Animals six positions apart in the cycle are held to be in conflict, because they sit opposite each other on the wheel of the year.
Does the element matter too?
In a full reading, yes: the same animal with different elements gives different combinations. Only the animals are compared here.