#2 of 12Element: Earth
Ox Chinese zodiac meaning
Ox energy is steady and dependable. It is about patience, consistency, and doing the work even when it is not flashy.
Quick take
Steady, reliable, and grounded.
Strengths
- Stays the course
- Practical, calm decision-maker
- Builds long-term stability
Watch-outs
- Can be stubborn
- Slow to change direction
- Takes on too much responsibility
Home notes
- Keep walkways clear and simple
- Ground the space with heavier furniture
- Avoid clutter piles that slow you down
Recent birth years
1973, 1985, 1997, 2009, 2021, 2033
If you were born in late January or February, check the Lunar New Year cutover.
Not sure yet?
Use the sign finder if you are close to the Lunar New Year boundary.
Find my signWant the 2026 read?
See how this animal lines up with the 2026 year energy and home directions.
Go to the 2026 guide