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The Snake in love

The Snake loves deeply and privately. They are wise, intuitive and loyal, and value a connection that goes beneath the surface.

  • Wise
  • Intuitive
  • Sophisticated
  • Mysterious
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Years of the Snake

1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025.

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 Snake

You love with deep intensity beneath a calm exterior. You're selective about who you let in, but once committed, you're devoted and possessive. Your intuition about love is remarkable.

Strengths in love

  • Deeply intuitive about partner's needs
  • Intensely devoted once committed
  • Sophisticated and alluring presence
  • Excellent at creating intimacy

What to watch

  • Can be jealous and possessive
  • Secretive about true feelings
  • May hold grudges after betrayal

Dating a Snake

Be sincere and a little mysterious. Give them time to trust you; it is worth the wait.

Who the Snake clicks with

Best matches

Also easy

Takes more work

These are the traditional pairings. Any two people can make it work.

Advice for the Snake

Trust the person who has earned it.

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