The first of 12 chinese animals-Rat charm
Though in people's eyes, the rat is not adorable, and even some Chinese sayings that related to it have almost derogatory meanings, it ranged as the head of the Chinese zodiac. It was recognized as an animal with spirit, wit, alertness, delicacy, flexibility and vitality.
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The second of 12 chinese animals-Ox patient
Bright, patient and inspiring to others. You can be happy by yourself, yet make an outstanding parent. Marry a Snake or Cock. The sheep will bring trouble.
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The third of 12 chinese animals-Tiger sensitive
Tiger people are aggressive , courageous, candid and sensitive. Look to the Horse and Dog for happiness. Beware of Monkey.
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The fouth of 12 chinese animals-Rabbit articulate
The rabbit has represented hope of the Chinese people for a long time. It is tender and lovely. The moon goddess ChangˇŻe in Chinese legend had a rabbit as her pet, which stimulated the thought that only the rabbit was amiable enough to match her noble beauty.
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The fifth of 12 chinese animals-Dragon healthy
You are eccentric and your life complex. You have a very passionate nature and abundant health. Marry a Monkey or Rat late in life. Avoid the Dog.
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The sixth of 12 chinese animals-Snake deep
In the Chinese zodiac, snake is listed after the dragon, but its place and the significance as the symbol of worship is far behind the dragon's.
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The seventh of 12 chinese animals-Horse popular
Popular and attractive to the opposite sex. You are often ostentatious and impatient. You need people. Marry a Tiger or a Dog early, but never a Rat.
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The eighth of 12 chinese animals-Goat elegant
The sheep is among the animals that people like most. It is gentle and calm. Since ancient times, people have learned to use its fleece to make writing brushes and skin to keep warm. As it is white, people describe delicate and precious white jade to be 'suet jade'. Thus it is close to the meaning of good things.
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The ninth of 12 chinese animals-Monkey clever
You are very intelligent and are able to influence people. An enthusiastic achiever, you are easily discourage and confused. Avoid Tigers. Seek a Dragon or a Rat.
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The tenth of 12 chinese animals-Rooster deep thinkers
The rooster is almost the epitome of fidelity and punctuality. For ancestors who had no alarm clocks, the rooster's crowing was significant, as it could awaken people to get up and start to work.
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The eleventh of 12 chinese animals-Dog loyalty
Loyal and honest you work well with others. Generous yet stubborn and often selfish. Look to the Horse or Tiger. Watch our for Dragons.
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The twelveth of 12 chinese animals-Pig chivalrous
A pig is not as smart as a dog in understanding human thought. It likes sleeping and eating and becomes fat. Thus it usually features laziness and clumsiness. On the positive side, it behaves itself, has no calculation to harm others, and can bring affluence to people. Consequently, pigs were once regarded as wealth.
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