Rooster Zodiac Guide
The Rooster corresponds to the You Earthly Branch and is associated with clarity, standards, and careful organization. Rooster personalities often observe closely and prefer to bring order and definition to their work.
conscientious
organized
observant
clear-spoken
standards-minded
Personality Traits
Order and detail
They tend to notice process, timing, and quality and can quickly identify points that need correction. Clear roles let their organizational ability work well.
Expression and judgment
They often state their views clearly and value facts and efficiency. Care with tone and sequence helps practical advice receive a better hearing.
Standards and flexibility
They may set demanding expectations for themselves and others and feel tense when details fall short. Separating essential issues from minor ones supports a calmer approach.
Earthly Branch and Five Elements
Earthly Branch
You
Yin-Yang and Element
Yin · Metal
Traditional Time
17:00–19:00
Branch Meaning
The Rooster corresponds to You Metal. You is yin Metal in mid-autumn and around sunset, carrying qualities of contraction, organization, and refinement. It is associated with standards, aesthetics, judgment, expression, and completion.
Personality Emphasis by Birth-Year Element
Wood Rooster
improving
organized
cooperative
Yi · Example years：1945、2005、2065
Fire Rooster
expressive
proactive
forthright
Ding · Example years：1957、2017、2077
Earth Rooster
grounded
thorough
responsible
Ji · Example years：1909、1969、2029、2089
Metal Rooster
exact
discerning
efficient
Xin · Example years：1921、1981、2041
Water Rooster
perceptive
flexible
adaptable
Gui · Example years：1933、1993、2053
Year boundary note
The example years follow the BaZi Year Pillar. For births near the Start of Spring, use the exact birth date and time to confirm the Year Pillar.
Chinese Zodiac Compatibility: Harmonies and Clashes
Six Harmony
Three Harmony
Clash
Harm
Punishment
The same Earthly Branch appears more than once
Break
Reading note
These are traditional interactions between the Year Branches represented by each zodiac sign. Real relationships also reflect the full BaZi chart, communication, and life circumstances.
Cultural Meaning
Symbolism in Chinese Culture
The rooster’s dawn call gave it a close connection with timekeeping and daily order, making it a symbol of punctuality, diligence, and alertness. Its name also echoes the sound of the Chinese word for auspiciousness.
Your Zodiac Sign Is a Starting Point
A zodiac sign represents the Earthly Branch of the birth year. Your full birth date and time reveal the Day Master, Five Elements, Ten Gods, and Branch interactions in the complete BaZi chart.