Year of the Rat
#1 in the Chinese Zodiac Cycle
Rat: Quick Facts
- Position
- #1 of 12
- Recent Years
- 2008, 2020, 2032
- Best Match
- Ox
- Lucky Day
- Blue
About the Rat
The Rat is the first of the 12-year cycle of Chinese zodiac animals. People born in the Year of the Rat are known for their quick wit, resourcefulness, and versatility. They are natural survivors who can adapt to any situation.
Personality Traits
People born in the Year of the Rat are known for these characteristics:
✨ Strengths
- • Adaptable
- • Smart
- • Cautious
- • Acute observer
- • Positive attitude
⚡ Challenges
- • Timid
- • Stubborn
- • Picky
- • Lack of persistence
- • Self-centered
Compatibility
Lucky Things
🔢 Lucky Numbers
2, 3
🎨 Lucky Colors
Blue, Gold, Green
🌸 Lucky Flowers
Lily, African Violet
🧭 Lucky Directions
West, Northwest, Southwest
Things to Avoid
❌ Unlucky Numbers
5, 9
❌ Unlucky Colors
Yellow, Brown
Career Paths
Rats often excel in these careers:
Famous Rats
Some well-known people born in the Year of the Rat:
Rat Years
Complete list of Rat years:
Note: Chinese New Year falls between January 21 and February 20. If you were born in January or early February, check if you belong to the previous year's animal.