Chinese zodiac · water · yang
The Rat in love
The Rat is clever, charming and quietly devoted. Once they commit, they put real thought into making a partner’s life easier.
- Clever
- Resourceful
- Quick-witted
- Charming
Free. Just your birthday.
Years of the Rat
1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020.
Born in January or early February? The new year starts at Lunar New Year, so you may belong to the animal before.
If you’re a Rat
You love deeply and devotedly once you commit, but you need mental stimulation to stay engaged. You show love through thoughtful gestures and solving problems for your partner.
Strengths in love
- Incredibly loyal once committed
- Creative problem-solver in relationships
- Charming and naturally flirtatious
- Adaptable to partner's needs
What to watch
- Can be overly critical or nitpicky
- Tendency to worry and overthink
- May prioritize security over passion
Dating a Rat
Keep the conversation sharp and the plans interesting. Show them you are dependable; it lets them relax.
Who the Rat clicks with
Best matches
Also easy
Takes more work
These are the traditional pairings. Any two people can make it work.
Advice for the Rat
Let yourself enjoy it instead of planning for what could go wrong.