Year of the Rooster
Dậu · Gà
Years follow the Lunar New Year, so those born in January–February may belong to the previous year.
Observant, hardworking and confident, the Rooster is sharp-eyed and honest, and takes pride in doing things well.
Strengths
Weaknesses
In love
Loyal and devoted, the Rooster is a proud, protective partner who values honesty and appreciation.
Career
Thrives in fields needing precision and presentation: management, media, beauty, accounting and the military.
Lucky numbers & colour
Tam Tai (3-Year Bad Luck)
Year of the Rooster encounters Tam Tai in the years of the Hợi – Tý – Sửu.
Nearest Tam Tai period: 2031, 2032, 2033.
✓ 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.
See Tam Tai details →Frequently Asked Questions
Which years belong to Year of the Rooster?
Year of the Rooster includes people born in 2017, 2005, 1993, 1981 (and every 12 years).
What is the Year of the Rooster personality like?
Observant, hardworking and confident, the Rooster is sharp-eyed and honest, and takes pride in doing things well.
Which ages does Year of the Rooster match or clash with?
Year of the Rooster is most compatible with Ox, Snake (the harmonious Tam Hợp trine) and tends to clash with Dog, Cat.
When does Year of the Rooster have Tam Tai?
Year of the Rooster encounters Tam Tai in the years of the Hợi – Tý – Sửu (nearest period: 2031, 2032, 2033).