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Chinese zodiac 2020
Born in 2020: Year of the Metal Rat
Yang Metal · Quick-witted · Resourceful · Charming
Quick answer
If you were born between January 25, 2020 and February 11, 2021, your Chinese zodiac animal is the Rat (金鼠), a Yang Metal year. The Chinese year starts at Chinese New Year, not on January 1, so if your birthday is earlier in 2020 you are a Pig (猪) instead.
People born in 2020 turn 6 in 2026 (or 5, before their birthday).
Enter your exact birth date in the calculator →Metal Rat personality
Rats are clever, adaptable and good with people. They spot opportunities early and are generous with those they trust, though they can worry too much and hoard.
As a Yang Metal sign, your element adds its own flavor to the Rat nature. Tradition pairs each animal with one of five elements (Wood, Fire, Earth, Metal, Water) in a repeating cycle, so the same animal has five different elemental versions over 60 years.
Lucky charms and compatibility
Lucky numbers: 2, 3
Lucky colors: Blue, gold, green
Best matches (San He): Dragon, Monkey
Secret friend (Liu He): Ox
Clashes with (Liu Chong): Horse
Lucky numbers and colors vary between sources. These are commonly cited traditions, for entertainment.
Rat in 2027 · Harm (Liu Hai)
2020 Rat outlook for 2027
Rat is in a mild harm relationship with Goat. Small misunderstandings can build up, so communicate clearly and be patient.
Rat in 2028 · Harmony (San He)
2020 Rat outlook for 2028
Rat and Monkey form a natural triple harmony. Expect supportive people, smoother cooperation and good timing for partnerships and new plans.