✦ Astro
Thân

Year of the Monkey

Thân · Khỉ

Element
Metal
Birth years
2016, 2004, 1992, 1980, 1968, 1956

Years follow the Lunar New Year, so those born in January–February may belong to the previous year.

Clever, witty and versatile, the Monkey is a playful problem-solver who can charm and outsmart almost anyone.

Strengths

cleverwittyversatilecurious

Weaknesses

mischievousrestlessopportunisticimpatient

In love

Fun and flirtatious, the Monkey needs a partner who keeps them mentally stimulated and laughing.

Career

Excels in tech, business, entertainment, sales and any field rewarding wit and flexibility.

Best age matches

Tam Hợp — the harmonious trine

Clashing ages

Lục xung / lục hại — the clashing pairs

Lucky numbers & colour

Lucky numbers
4, 9
Lucky colour
White, gold, blue

Tam Tai (3-Year Bad Luck)

Year of the Monkey encounters Tam Tai in the years of the Dần – Mão – Thìn.

Nearest Tam Tai period: 2034, 2035, 2036.

✓ This year (2026) this sign is not in Tam Tai.

During a Tam Tai year, be cautious with big undertakings (building a house, marriage, large investments); stay calm and do good deeds to ease it. This is folk belief, for reference only.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which years belong to Year of the Monkey?

Year of the Monkey includes people born in 2016, 2004, 1992, 1980 (and every 12 years).

What is the Year of the Monkey personality like?

Clever, witty and versatile, the Monkey is a playful problem-solver who can charm and outsmart almost anyone.

Which ages does Year of the Monkey match or clash with?

Year of the Monkey is most compatible with Rat, Dragon (the harmonious Tam Hợp trine) and tends to clash with Pig, Tiger.

When does Year of the Monkey have Tam Tai?

Year of the Monkey encounters Tam Tai in the years of the Dần – Mão – Thìn (nearest period: 2034, 2035, 2036).