What's your sign?
There are 12 zodiac signs, and each sign has its own strengths and weaknesses, its own specific traits, desires, and attitude towards life and people, by analyzing the projection of the position of planets, the Sun, and the Moon on the Ecliptic at the moment of birth. Astrology can offer a glimpse into a person's fundamental characteristics, preferences, weaknesses, and fears.
Unsure of your best match? We asked a professional astrologer to break down the zodiac signs' compatibility so you can find your ideal partner.
Whether you’re brand new to astrology or a longtime fan of studying how the planets’ movements through the constellations influence us here on Earth, chances are you’ve enjoyed using the practice to not only bolster self-awareness but also learn about zodiac signs’ compatibility. After all, it’s only natural to want to understand how your natal (or birth) astrology influences whether you’ll click or clash with someone else—especially a potential romantic partner. But as an astrologer of over a decade, I urge you to bear in mind just how nuanced the study of zodiac signs’ compatibility really is.
Aries (March 20-April 19)
Aries, the cardinal fire sign, ruled by go-getter Mars, is competitive, impulsive, action-oriented, and at times wide-eyed and playful—almost childlike—as the first sign of the zodiac. Aries is associated with the First House of Self and is symbolized by the Ram.
Aquarius (Jan. 20-Feb. 18)
Aquarius, the fixed air sign, is ruled by both Uranus, the planet of innovation, rebellion, and sudden change, and Saturn, the planet of rules, restrictions, and discipline. Aquarius is science-minded, humanitarian, contrarian, quirky, and most comfortable with platonic bonds and bringing their skills to the table as part of a team or community. Aquarius is associated with the Eleventh House of Networking and Friendships and is symbolized by the Water Bearer.
Capricorn (Dec. 22-Jan. 19)
Cardinal earth sign Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, the planet of commitment, boundaries, and hard work, which, in turn, makes Capricorn industrious, serious, goal-oriented, pragmatic, practical, organized, and stable. Capricorn is associated with the Tenth House of Career and Public Image and is symbolized by the Sea Goat.
Sagittarius (Nov. 22-Dec. 21)
Mutable fire sign Sagittarius is ruled by Jupiter, the planet of abundance, fortune, expansion, higher learning, and wisdom, which results in Sagittarius being jovial, full of wanderlust, philosophical, opinionated, fun-loving, entertaining, and possessing a “go-big-or-go-home” perspective. Sagittarius is associated with the Ninth House of Adventure and is symbolized by the Archer.
Scorpio (Oct. 23-Nov. 21)
Scorpio, the fixed water sign, is ruled by both Mars, the planet of action, energy, and sex, and Pluto, the planet of transformation, power, and control. So it’s no wonder Scorpio is fearless, resolute, intimacy-seeking, private, magnetic, commanding, and comfortable with the shadow side of life, incredibly emotionally intelligent, and capable of swimming in the deep end of emotion. Scorpio is associated with the Eighth House of Emotional Bonds and is symbolized by the Scorpion.
Libra (Sept. 23-Oct. 22)
The cardinal air sign Libra is ruled by Venus, the planet of relationships, art, beauty, values, and romance, so it makes sense that Libra is diplomatic, balance- justice-seeking, romantic, partnership-oriented, and tends to do everything in their power to prize harmony over conflict. Libra is associated with the Seventh House of Partnership and is symbolized by the Scales.
Virgo (Aug. 23-Sept. 22)
Virgo, the mutable earth sign, is ruled by Mercury, the messenger planet that informs communication, thought processes, technology, and transportation. In turn, Virgo is service-oriented, detail-focused, pragmatic, perfectionistic, analytical, sensitive, and thoughtful. Virgo is associated with the Sixth House of Daily Routine and Wellness and is symbolized by the Maiden.
Leo (July 23-Aug. 22)
Fixed fire sign Leo is ruled by the sun, which is the luminary that colors self-image, identity, confidence, and purpose, making Leo a highly self-assured, charismatic, optimistic, driven, independent-minded, natural-born leader. Leo is associated with the Fifth House of Romance and Self-Expression and symbolized by the Lion.
Gemini (May 21-June 20)
The mutable air sign Gemini is ruled by Mercury, the planet of communication, transportation, and technology, and is, in turn, buzzy, social, curious, dualistic, adaptable, clever, and a lover of language, word play, travel, and flirtation. Gemini is associated with the Third House of Communication and symbolized by the Twins.
Cancer (June 21-July 22)
Cancer, the cardinal water sign, is ruled by the moon (the emotional compass of astrology, overseeing intuition, nurturing style, and emotions), which imbues Cancer with its sentimentality, love of family and food, sensitivity, compassion, and tendency to be self-protective and security-seeking—not to mention ingratiatingly hilarious. Cancer is associated with the Fourth House of Home Life and symbolized by the Crab.
Taurus (April 20-May 20)
Taurus, the fixed earth sign, is ruled by Venus, the planet of romance, relationships, beauty, and values, and is a sensual, deliberate, pleasure-seeking, slow-paced, steady, and grounded fan of comfort. Taurus is associated with the Second House of Income and symbolized by the Bull.
Pisces (Feb. 19-March 20)
The final sign of the zodiac, Pisces, the mutable water sign, is ruled by both Neptune, the planet of dreams and spirituality, and Jupiter, the planet of abundance and fortune. Pisces is compassionate, romantic, imaginative, intensely empathic, sensitive, and invested in healing their own and, perhaps even more so, others’ emotional wounds. Pisces is associated with the Twelfth House of Spirituality and is symbolized by the Fish.
Fire Signs (Passionate, Energetic)
- Aries (Mar 21 - Apr 19): The Ram; courageous, pioneering, leader, impulsive.
- Leo (Jul 23 - Aug 22): The Lion; confident, ambitious, generous, dramatic.
- Sagittarius (Nov 22 - Dec 21): The Archer; adventurous, philosophical, freedom-loving, optimistic.
Earth Signs (Grounded, Practical)
- Taurus (Apr 20 - May 20): The Bull; reliable, sensual, patient, materialistic.
- Virgo (Aug 23 - Sep 22): The Virgin; meticulous, analytical, helpful, perfectionistic.
- Capricorn (Dec 22 - Jan 19): The Sea-Goat; disciplined, responsible, ambitious, traditional.
Air Signs (Intellectual, Communicative)
- Gemini (May 21 - Jun 20): The Twins; curious, adaptable, communicative, witty.
- Libra (Sep 23 - Oct 22): The Scales; balanced, social, fair, indecisive.
- Aquarius (Jan 20 - Feb 18): The Water Bearer; innovative, independent, humanitarian, eccentric.