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What Animal Is 1972? — Rat

壬子 · Ren-Zi Water

1972 zodiac dates & the boundary rule

1972 is the Year of the Rat (Ren-Zi, Water) from 1972-02-15 — Chinese New Year — through 1973-02-02.

Born between January 1 and 1972-02-15? Your animal is the Pig, not the Rat — the zodiac follows the lunar year, not the calendar year. Check your birthday on the free reading to be sure.

Rat personality

Rat people are sharp observers who find the easiest path through any complexity. Financially careful and socially nimble, they know how to turn small openings into lasting wins.

Rats need emotional security. The Ox (six harmony), Dragon and Monkey (trine) are the classic matches; the Horse takes the most work.

Full Rat zodiac profile & daily horoscope →

FAQ

What animal is 1972?

The Rat. 1972 is the Year of the Rat (Ren-Zi, Water).

When does the 1972 zodiac year start?

On 1972-02-15 — Chinese New Year. Anyone born before that date belongs to the previous animal, the Pig.

What element is 1972?

Water. The year pillar is Ren-Zi.

Does the zodiac year follow January 1 or Chinese New Year?

Chinese New Year. The 1972 zodiac year starts on 1972-02-15, not January 1 — babies born earlier in 1972 may belong to the Pig.