Ox personality
Oxen are hardworking, honest and reliable. They keep their promises, do not give up easily and build success slowly and solidly.
Weaknesses
They can be stubborn, slow to change their minds and reserved with their feelings. Oxen sometimes work themselves too hard.
Love and compatibility
Oxen are faithful, steady partners who show love through care and consistency rather than words.
- Best matches: Rat (secret friend), Snake and Rooster (natural allies).
- Hidden friction: Horse.
- Most challenging: Goat, the sign opposite the Ox.
Compare any two signs with the compatibility calculator.
Career
Agriculture, engineering, finance, medicine and any field where patience and craftsmanship matter suit the Ox.
Ox and the five elements
Every Ox year also has an element, which colors the sign’s personality.
- Wood Ox (1925, 1985): Wood adds growth, generosity and a cooperative, idealistic streak.
- Fire Ox (1937, 1997): Fire adds passion, confidence and drive, along with a tendency toward impatience.
- Earth Ox (1949, 2009): Earth adds stability, practicality and a steady, reliable nature.
- Metal Ox (1961, 2021): Metal adds determination, discipline and a strong sense of purpose.
- Water Ox (1973, 2033): Water adds intuition, flexibility and good communication skills.
Years of the Ox
If you were born in January or February, check the exact start date: births before Chinese New Year belong to the previous sign.