Chinese zodiac 2025: Year of the Snake's five luckiest animals
Chinese New Year is an important date in the lunar calendar and is heavily linked to the Chinese zodiac. This year marks the year of the Wood Snake.
The Snake is the sixth animal in the 12-year cycle of the Chinese zodiac and is associated with wisdom, intuition, and strategic growth. This year, the Year of the Snake will commence on Wednesday, January 29, 2025.
The Lunar New Year's date varies annually and in numerous cultures, each year is also linked with a zodiac animal. Chinese New Year is a celebration of the new year in China that marks the end of winter and the beginning of spring. It's also known as the Spring Festival.
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The date of Chinese New Year is determined by lunar calendar and falls on the second new moon after the winter solstice on December 21, which usually falls between January 21 and February 20 on the Gregorian calendar.
Lucky zodiac signs for 2025 include Dragon, Ox, Snake, Rooster, and Monkey. These signs can expect progress in careers, finances, and relationships. The year emphasizes wisdom, strategy, and growth, aligning with the characteristic traits of these signs.
Dragon
Dragons will have great chances of career advancement, financial expansion and improved relationships. 2025 is set to be a remarkable year of accomplishments and inventiveness which will compliment the Snake's vitality. Dragons will reach new heights this year.
Ox
The stable temperament resonates closely with the Wood Snake's calculated energy. A steady development is expected because of this alignment between the two, particularly in finance and professional lives. A year of productivity is expected for both.
Snake
In the Chinese zodiac, the Snake represents wisdom, intuition, and transformation. In Chinese culture, the Snake is a highly respected symbol of intelligence and charm, often seen as a figure of elegance and mystery. They are simultaneously associated with harvest, procreation, spirituality, and good fortune.
Rooster
The Rooster is one of the luckiest signs this year. Both the Rooster and the Snake are wise, cunning and patient. They are the perfect match for each other and a full year of opportunity lie ahead of both. The Rooster's ambition for success is strengthened by the Snake's wisdom.
Monkey
The Monkey will enjoy a steady financial situation without having to worry about their cash flow. They have the ability to think creatively and make wise decisions to help them overcome obstacles in their lives and decisions.