Title: 12 Chinese zodiac signs corresponding to dates, animal list names and printable charts
In traditional Chinese culture, the zodiac, or the animal symbol of the 12 earthly branches, is an important cultural symbol. They represent the cycle of time and the character traits of a person. This article will introduce the Chinese zodiac symbols and their corresponding date ranges in detail, and present them in the form of lists and charts for readers to print and collect.
1. Overview of the 12 zodiac signs
The Chinese zodiac signs are Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Sheep, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. These animals, combined with the twelve earthly branches, form the basis of the Chinese lunar calendar. Each zodiac sign corresponds to an earthly branch and a specific time period. These zodiac signs not only occupy an important place in the lunar calendar, but also have a wide range of applications in people’s daily lives. For example, many people will predict their fortunes based on their zodiac signs, interpret personality traits, etc.
Second, the correspondence between the zodiac and the date
The correspondence between the zodiac and the date is based on the lunar year. Each zodiac sign corresponds to a lunar year cycle, which is 12 years. The following is a list of the correspondence between the zodiac sign and the Gregorian calendar year:
|zodiac|corresponding to the Gregorian calendar year|
|——|————|
Year of the Rat|Year of the Rat (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is zero or twelve)|
|Year of the Ox|Ugly Year (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remainder)|
|Year of the Tiger|Year of Yin (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remainder)|
|Year of the Rabbit|Year of the Rabbit (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remainder of three)|
|Year of the Dragon|Year of the Dragon (the number of years in the Gregorian calendar divided by the remainder of twelve is the remainder of four)|
|Year of the Snake|Year of the Snake (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remainder of five)|
|Year of the Horse|Year of the Horse (the number of Gregorian years divided by the remainder of twelve is the remaining six)|
|Year of the Goat|Year of the Sheep (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remainder of seven)|
|Year of the Monkey|Year of the Monkey (the number of Gregorian years divided by the remainder of twelve is the remainder of eight)|
|Year of the Rooster|Year of the Rooster (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remainder of nine)|
|Year of the Dog|戌年 (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remainder of ten)|
|Year of the Pig|Year of the Pig (the number of Gregorian years divided by twelve remainders is the remaining eleven)|
3. List of zodiac signs and names chart
The following is a chart of the list of zodiac signs and their names, readers can print the collection:
|Zodiac Sign|Name (Chinese)|Name (English)|Corresponding Ground Branch|Date Range|Corresponding Personality Traits, etc. (Briefly describe some generally accepted personality traits)|
|——|————|————|———|———|———————————-|
|rat|sub-rat|Rat|子|From the first day of the first lunar month to the twenty-ninth day of the lunar month|witty, flexible, intelligent, etc.|
|cow|ugly cow|Ox|ugly|ditto|hard work, full of stamina, etc
|Tiger|Yinhu|Tiger|Yin|Ditto|Brave, decisive, energetic, etc
|rabbit|rabbit|rabbit|卯|ditto|alert and gentle, quiet and kind, etc
|Dragon|Chenlong|Dragon|Tatsu|ditto|Possess leadership skills, actively explore, etc
|snake|has snake|Snake|has|ditto|sanity, calmness, thoughtfulness, etc.|…..Siêu Kỳ Thú. (The remaining zodiac signs are listed in order)
…… At the end of the table, you can add a line of summary text, such as: “The above is a brief description of the Chinese zodiac and their corresponding date ranges and personality traits.” So that the reader can better understand and remember. 4. The Influence and Application of Zodiac CultureZodiac culture has a wide influence in China and even in the global Chinese community. In addition to being used to predict fortunes and interpret personal personalities, zodiac culture permeates all aspects of daily life. For example, during the Lunar New Year, people choose specific foods, colors, and behaviors to pray for good luck based on their zodiac signs. In addition, zodiac culture also plays an important role in fields such as art, literature, and business. 5. ConclusionAs an important part of traditional Chinese culture, zodiac culture carries rich historical and cultural connotations. Through the introduction of this article, readers will not only understand the date range and personality traits of the 12 zodiac signs, but also better understand and pass on this unique cultural phenomenon by printing and collecting the charts provided in this article. I hope that readers can pay more attention to and inherit the traditional Chinese culture in their daily life, so that the zodiac culture can continue to be carried forward. 6. Relevant precautions When understanding and applying the zodiac culture, the following points need to be noted: 1. The determination of the zodiac is based on the lunar year, not the birthday of the Gregorian calendar. Therefore, when querying your own zodiac, you need to convert it to the lunar year for calculation. 2. The description of the personality traits of the zodiac is a common perception and does not apply to everyone. A person’s personality is affected by a variety of factors, and a person’s personality should not be judged solely on the basis of the zodiac sign. 3. When applying the zodiac culture, it should be treated rationally and not overly superstitious. Fortune and success in life depend more on personal efforts and opportunities. In short, zodiac culture is an important part of traditional Chinese culture, which carries a rich historical and cultural connotation. Through the introduction and illustrations provided in this article, readers can better understand and pass on this unique cultural phenomenon. When understanding and applying the culture of the zodiac, you need to pay attention to rational treatment and not be overly superstitious.
