Horse Chinese Zodiac - Dates, Personality and Compatibility

The Horse is one of the animals of the 12-year cycle of the Chinese Astrology Zodiac. Get to know the dates, personality characteristics and how they relate to other Chinese signs.

The Horse Chinese Zodiac Sign ranks eighth in the Chinese Astrology Horoscope. These natives are so cheerful and talkative that they can become a little annoying. As long as they're having fun, it's okay. They don't complicate, they don't create conflicts and they get along well with all kinds of people. Direct, they have a heart of gold and are really good people.

The Chinese Zodiac is composed of 12 animals that are organized in the following order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Serpent, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog and Pig. The Chinese calendar follows the cycles of the Moon, and on the first day of the Chinese New Year, one of the 12 animals takes its place for that year.

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Characteristics of the Sign Horse

  • Symbol - 馬
  • Element - Fire
  • Regent Planet - Mars
  • Hours - 11am-1pm (time associated with hours midday)
  • Month - June
  • Season - Summer
  • Color - Red, color associated with luck, happiness, strength, business success and family prosperity. It is a popular color on Chinese New Year, when vows are written on red paper, which are attached to doors or gates
  • Orientation - South
  • Yin/Yang Polarity - Yang, an element that suggests extroverted, expansive, enthusiastic, expressive and communicative behaviors
  • Attributes - Amiable, communicative, generous, carefree, kind, encouraging, sincere, honest, talkative, flashy, excessive, sensitive, impatient, passionate, romantic, frivolous, popular, sociable, clumsy
  • Days Lucky Months - 5 and 20 of all Chinese lunar months
  • Lucky Months - 4th, 9th and 12th of all Chinese lunar months
  • Lucky Numbers - 2, 3, 7 and numbers that contain them (like 23 and 73)
  • Unlucky Numbers - 5th , 7th and 11th Chinese lunar months
  • Greater Affinity - Rat, Ox, Tiger, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Pig
  • Minor Affinity - Rabbit, Rooster, Dog
  • Corresponding Western Sign - Gemini

The Horse Chinese Zodiac in Mythology

There are many legends and stories about the animals chosen to be part of the Chinese astrological system. One of these legends refers to the desire of the Jade Emperor to know the animals that inhabited the Earth. He decided that some of them would be brought before him. To facilitate the selection, the Emperor defined two criteria: they would have to be useful animals to Man or be one of the first to arrive at the Heavenly Palace on the day of choosing the animals.

The horse served the Jade Emperor in Heaven and, at that time, it had an imposing pair of wings. Arrogant and haughty, it often intimidated other animals because it could fly, swim and run like no other.

One day, it was asked to deliver a message to the Dragon King of the East Sea. On the way to the palace, the guards blocked its way. Furious, the horse kicked one of the guards to death. When the Emperor learned of what had happened, he ordered that the horse's wings be clipped and that it be isolated on the mountain.

Two hundred years later, the horse was surprised on the mountain by a predecessor of Man. The horse, who lived in agony, begged him to release it to serve the Man. Moved, Man's predecessor used magic to free the horse. In gratitude, the horse started to use its strength in the service of Man, collaborating in the heaviest agricultural work, transporting goods, serving as a means of transport, and fighting in battle. When the Jade Emperor was choosing the animal signs, the horse was the first one that Humans recommended and the Emperor named it, according to his wishes.

Dates of the Sign Horse

The Chinese Zodiac is associated with the way time is measured in traditional Chinese culture, that is, in 60-year cycles. This calendar results from the multiplication of the twelve animals and the five elements. This cycle is very important and makes each one of the 60 years a special and unique period.

Each animal rules, in rotation, a given year, in a continuous 12-year cycle that starts with the Rat and ends with the Pig. On the first day of the Chinese New Year, one of the 12 animals takes its place for that year. In addition to characterizing people born during that year, the animal also influences the attributes of the year - which affects us all. The years governed by the sign Horse are as follows:

  • January 30 1930 to February 16 1931 - Metal Horse
  • February 15 1942 to February 04 1943 - Water Horse
  • February 03 1954 to January 23 1955 - Wood Horse
  • February 07 1978 to January 27 1979 - Earth Horse
  • January 27 1990 to February 14 1991 - Metal Horse
  • February 12 2002 to January 31 2003 - Water Horse
  • January 31 2014 to February 18 2015 - Wood Horse
  • February 17 2026 to February 05 2027 - Fire Horse

Native Horse Chinese Zodiac Personality

WORKER AND FRIENDLY

The Horse is the seventh sign of the Chinese zodiac and is associated with relaxation and intuition. Horse people are very independent and courageous. They are a sociable partner who welcomes both old friends and new acquaintances.

This native loves new things and is always available to learn and live new experiences. However, it can be impulsive in its actions. As it is discreet and reserved, people tell it many confidences.

Inspired by new ideas and novelties, the native of the sign Horse, soon set off to carry out its plans. Sometimes it can run over other plans already made and offend other people but, in fact, this is not its real intention.

When a project doesn't work, don't waste a lot of time thinking about it. Rather, they embark on new projects and put new ideas into action. This momentum and enthusiasm can be an asset, as it creates many opportunities and possibilities, but it can also cause you to leave plans halfway.

Love and Relationships

A happy Horse is one that is in love. They love being in love because, in fact, they are happy people and happy with life. In love, the native of the sign Horse is conquered by strong emotions and lets itself be carried away by the excitement of novelty. It may have difficulty settling down and dedicating itself to a single partner, but once it's sure it is the right person, it invests everything in the relationship.

Lover of freedom seeks affection but also an adventurous companion. A native of the sign Horse is enchanted by the right words and the smallest displays of affection. As iy spends some time preparing before leaving home, its partner should be patient and give it the necessary time to get dressed properly.

  • Signs more compatible with Horse - Rat, Ox, Tiger, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Pig
  • Signs less compatible with Horse - Rabbit, Rooster, Dog

Compatibility of the Sign Horse

Chinese Astrology understands that certain combinations of Zodiac animals do better than others and that some signs are naturally antagonistic and therefore have a disharmonious relationship.

The compatibility between animals in the Chinese Horoscope takes into account the characteristics of each animal. Those whose characteristics match each other well and may tend to have good compatibility. The opposite is equally valid.

Horse with...
RatIf both listen to each other, the relationship has the potential to develop.
OxThis is not a happy combination. The Ox is a slave to planning while the Horse is impulsive and impetuous. The most predictable is to constantly irritate each other.
TigerThis is a good relationship. The Horse loves the Tiger's impulsiveness and the Tiger respects the Tiger's sense of loyalty.
RabbitThis is not a good combination. The Horse is too impulsive for the intuitive and sensitive Rabbit.
DragonIt's an interesting pair, that complements each other, despite the discussions and struggles. They have a lot of fun together sharing a range of interests.
SnakeThis is a good combination. As long as they both know what the other is up to, the relationship has everything to work out.
HorseThis is not a very emotional combination, but it can work harmoniously. Both love freedom and trust each other.
GoatThis is a good combination. Together, they have the potential to learn and give a lot to each other.
MonkeyThis is a very long and lasting relationship after both define their role and establish their respective domains in the relationship.
RoosterThe Horse hates to argue and the Rooster loves to do it. This difference in attitude makes the relationship between the two very complicated.
DogThis is a relationship with everything to work out, whether in terms of partnership in business or in a loving relationship. They understand each other almost without words.
PigThis is a good combination. The Horse's attitude and social standing please the Pig.

The Sign Horse and the Career

After setting its goals and establishing a plan, it takes action. Despite not being the type of fixed ideas, it has some difficulty in making changes to the path traced. For some co-workers, this can be interpreted as lack of flexibility, but for this native, it means staying focused.

It is methodical and organized and prefers to know what it counts with than to have big surprises. Dealing with the unforeseen is not something it particularly likes. At work, it is independent, happy, and hardworking. It doesn't mind working as a team, as long as his effort is properly recognized.

The Horse Chinese Zodiac attaches little importance to money and social status. What makes them happy at work is the contact and relationships with other people. They never think about tomorrow and rarely bother to save. Therefore, they have a completely detached relationship with material goods and money.

The best careers - Politics, sport, civil construction, geographer, explorer, actress, artist, executive, publicist, commercial agent, translator, language teacher, bartender, tour operator, librarian, pilot.

The Horse Chinese Zodiac and Health

In general, Horses are very healthy, probably because they maintain a positive attitude towards life. However, excessive responsibility or professional pressure can leave you drained and weakened. Therefore, Horses should not work too much overtime and leave work after hours every day. 

The Five Types of Horses

In the Chinese astrological system, each sign of the zodiac is associated with one of the five elements: Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal and Water. For example, a Wood Horse appears once in the 60-year cycle. A person's personality characteristics are influenced by various influences, including the sign and element of the year of birth. Thus, there are five types of Horses, each with its own characteristics:

Wood Horse

Characterization - Sustainment, Creativity, Growth

Calm and reserved, this type of Horse is slightly naive which can bring you some unpleasantness. This can help explain the frequent change in emotional states, which oscillate between happiness and sadness for no apparent reason.

Horse of Fire

Characterization - Passion, Intelligence, Movement

In the Chinese Horoscope, the Horse of Fire enjoys great fame. It only occurs every 60 years and affects all natives.

Earth Horse

Characterization - Balance, Reliability, Consolidation

This is a stable and conventional Horse, which follows a strict moral framework. Earth Horses can be a little pompous, but they pay attention to detail and are organized.

Metal Horse

Characterization - Usefulness, Strength, Reliability

The Metal Horse needs constant stimulation. If there's nothing new going on or the relationship falls into a rut, it's a problem. Avid lover of adventures, it collects achievements.

Water Horse

Characterization - Communication, Sensitivity, Intuition

This Horse has a real artistic streak. Communicative and witty, it has a great sense of humor. Despite its charming personality, it can be a little insensitive.

Chinese Zodiac Signs

  • Rat - Quick-witted, Versatile, Kind
  • Ox - Diligent, Dependable, Determined
  • Tiger - Resourceful, Versatile, Kind
  • Rabbit - Intuitive, Kind, Responsible
  • Dragon - Confident, Independent, Enthusiastic
  • Snake - Enigmatic, Intelligent, Wise
  • Horse - Animated, Active, Energetic
  • Goat - Calm, Gentle, Adaptable
  • Monkey - Sharp, Fun, Curious
  • Rooster - Protector, Hardworking, Courageous
  • Dog - Lovely, Honest, Prudent
  • Pig - Sensual, Generous, Diligent