Sign 09 · Western tropical zodiac
Sagittarius
November 22 - December 21
Sagittarius in the Western tropical zodiac: conventional November 22 - December 21 range, Fire element, Mutable modality, and clearly labeled astrological interpretations.
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Astrology note: Date range, element, modality, and ruling planet describe a conventional astrological system. Personality, luck, compatibility, and career material below are interpretations—not scientific findings or predictions.
Immediate answer
Sagittarius at a glance
- Conventional dates
- November 22 - December 21
- Element
- Fire
- Modality
- Mutable
- Ruling planet
- Jupiter
Astrological profile
How tradition describes Sagittarius
Sagittarius is the explorer of the zodiac. Those born under this sign have an insatiable thirst for knowledge, adventure, and new experiences. Sagittarians are optimistic, honest, and philosophical. They value their freedom above all else and resist any attempts to pin them down.
Common themes
Adventurous spirit · Optimistic outlook · Honest · Great sense of humor · Philosophical mind
Common cautions
Tactless · Impatient · Commitment-phobic · Overconfident · Irresponsible
Astrological interpretation
Compatibility themes
Astrologers compare elements and other chart placements. This simplified sun-sign list is for exploring the tradition, not assessing a relationship.
Traditional associations
Colors, numbers, day, and symbols
- Traditional numbers
- 3 · 12 · 21 · 30
- Traditional colors
- Blue · Purple · Plum
- Traditional day
- Thursday
- Associated symbols
- Turquoise · Narcissus
Interpretation label: “Lucky” associations are traditional correspondences. They do not change probability or predict outcomes.
Astrological interpretation
Career themes in sign guides
Popular astrology often connects Sagittarius with the following fields. Career fit depends on a person's skills, interests, access, and circumstances—not a zodiac sign.