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1972 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Water Rat
1972 is the year of the Water Rat (壬子, Ren Zi). The Chinese year began on Tuesday, February 15, 1972 and ran until February 2, 1973. If you were born in that window, your animal sign is the Rat and your element is Water.
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| Animal sign | Rat (鼠) |
|---|---|
| Element | Yang Water |
| Heavenly Stem and Earthly Branch | 壬子 (Ren Zi) |
| Na Yin (sound element) | Mulberry Wood (桑柘木) |
| Chinese New Year dates | February 15, 1972 to February 2, 1973 |
| BaZi year starts (Lichun) | February 5, 1972, about 01:19 Beijing time |
| Age in 2027 | Turns 55 |
立春Born in January or February 1972?
In the popular calendar, the 1972 zodiac year began with Chinese New Year on February 15, 1972. Anyone born from January 1 to February 14, 1972 belongs to the previous year, the Metal Pig. BaZi (Four Pillars) astrology changes the year at Lichun, the start of spring, which fell on February 5, 1972 at about 01:19 Beijing time. That was before New Year, so if you were born after Lichun on February 5 and before February 15, 1972, BaZi already counts you as a Water Rat while the popular calendar still says Metal Pig.
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性格Water Rat personality
Rats are quick-witted, resourceful and sociable, with a sharp eye for opportunity. They adapt fast, plan ahead and rarely miss a chance. Water adds intuition and flexibility, so the Rat of a Water year tends to be perceptive, diplomatic and good at adapting.
合冲1972 Rat compatibility
The Rat's natural matches are the Dragon and the Monkey (its trine partners) and the Ox (its secret friend). The most challenging pairing is with the Horse, the sign directly opposite. See the full Chinese zodiac compatibility chart.
流年The 1972 Rat in 2027
2027 is the year of the Fire Goat. For the Rat: Harm pair with the Goat (子未相害). A year to say exactly what you mean. Read the full Year of the Rat 2027 forecast.
问答Questions about 1972
What Chinese zodiac is 1972?
1972 is the year of the Water Rat (壬子). If you were born before Chinese New Year on February 15, 1972, your sign is the previous animal.
What element is 1972 in Chinese astrology?
The element of 1972 is Yang Water, from the Heavenly Stem 壬 (Ren). Its Na Yin, or sound element, is Mulberry Wood.
When did Chinese New Year 1972 start?
Chinese New Year 1972 fell on Tuesday, February 15, 1972, and the year ran until February 2, 1973. In BaZi astrology the year starts at Lichun instead, on February 5, 1972.
Who is the 1972 Rat compatible with?
The Rat's best matches are the Dragon, Monkey and Ox. The most challenging match is the Horse.
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