土Chinese zodiac · Earth element
Earth Goat 1919 · 1979 · 2039 · 2099 · 己未 (jǐ wèi)
Earth Goats are gentle and creative like every Goat, with an added streak of patience and practicality. This combination comes round only once every 60 years.
- Yin Earth
- Animal: Goat
- Element: Earth 土
- Every 60 years
Year of the Earth Goat dates
| Year | Dates | Stem-branch |
|---|---|---|
| 1919 | 1 Feb 1919 – 19 Feb 1920 | 己未 (jǐ wèi) |
| 1979 | 28 Jan 1979 – 15 Feb 1980 | 己未 (jǐ wèi) |
| 2039 | 24 Jan 2039 – 11 Feb 2040 | 己未 (jǐ wèi) |
| 2099 | 21 Jan 2099 – 8 Feb 2100 | 己未 (jǐ wèi) |
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What makes the Earth Goat different
At heart this is still a Goat: gentle, creative and compassionate. Earth is the element of stability. It brings patience, realism and common sense, and Earth types are careful planners who value security.
Double Earth
The Goat’s own fixed element is Earth, so an Earth year doubles it. Everything typical of the Goat is turned up: the strengths are stronger, and so are the excesses.
Earth Goat strengths and challenges
Strengths
- Practical and dependable
- Patient, realistic planner
- Kind and empathetic
- Creative and artistic
Watch out for
- Stubborn and slow to change
- Can be overly cautious
- Indecisive
- Prone to worry
Earth Goat in love
Earth steadies the sign, favoring commitment, loyalty and a calm home life. Goats are tender, devoted partners who need security and encouragement.
Earth Goat career and money
Earth favors careful planning, organization and building something that lasts. Goats flourish in supportive environments where creativity and care are valued.
- Arts, music and design
- Healthcare and caring roles
- Teaching
- Gardening, food and craft
The other types of Goat
The same animal behaves differently under each element. Compare the Earth Goat with the other four types, or read the full Year of the Goat guide.
The Earth years
Each element rules two years in a row, one Yang and one Yin. The Earth Goat year is preceded by the Earth Horse. Earth is linked with late summer, the color yellow and the center. Read more about the five elements.
Earth Goat questions, answered
What years are the Year of the Earth Goat?
The Year of the Earth Goat falls in 1919, 1979, 2039 and 2099. It comes round once every 60 years. The exact dates are 1 Feb 1919 – 19 Feb 1920; 28 Jan 1979 – 15 Feb 1980; 24 Jan 2039 – 11 Feb 2040; 21 Jan 2099 – 8 Feb 2100.
What is the Earth Goat personality?
Earth Goats are gentle and creative like every Goat, with an added streak of patience and practicality. It brings patience, realism and common sense, and Earth types are careful planners who value security.
Who is the Earth Goat compatible with?
Like all Goats, the Earth Goat is most compatible with the Rabbit, Pig and Horse, and finds the Ox and Rat more challenging.
How is the Earth Goat different from other Goats?
The Goat’s own fixed element is Earth, so an Earth year doubles it. Everything typical of the Goat is turned up: the strengths are stronger, and so are the excesses.
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