火Chinese zodiac · Fire element
Fire Pig 1947 · 2007 · 2067 · 丁亥 (dīng hài)
Fire Pigs are generous and sincere like every Pig, with an added streak of passion and drive. This combination comes round only once every 60 years.
- Yin Fire
- Animal: Pig
- Element: Fire 火
- Every 60 years
Year of the Fire Pig dates
| Year | Dates | Stem-branch |
|---|---|---|
| 1947 | 22 Jan 1947 – 9 Feb 1948 | 丁亥 (dīng hài) |
| 2007 | 18 Feb 2007 – 6 Feb 2008 | 丁亥 (dīng hài) |
| 2067 | 14 Feb 2067 – 2 Feb 2068 | 丁亥 (dīng hài) |
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What makes the Fire Pig different
At heart this is still a Pig: generous, sincere and easy-going. Fire is the element of action. It brings passion, courage and charisma, and Fire types are decisive, expressive and drawn to leadership.
Water masters Fire
The Pig’s native Water controls Fire. These Pigs like to be in charge of their circumstances and usually are, though getting there takes effort.
Fire Pig strengths and challenges
Strengths
- Passionate and inspiring
- Decisive and brave
- Generous and kind
- Honest and sincere
Watch out for
- Impatient and impulsive
- Risks burning out
- Can be naive or too trusting
- Overindulges
Fire Pig in love
Fire turns up the intensity, bringing warmth, romance and a need for excitement. Pigs are affectionate, devoted partners who love creating a comfortable home.
Fire Pig career and money
Fire favors leadership, bold moves and work that puts them in front of people. Pigs succeed through steady effort and goodwill.
- Hospitality and food
- Healthcare and charity
- Retail and customer service
- Entertainment
The other types of Pig
The same animal behaves differently under each element. Compare the Fire Pig with the other four types, or read the full Year of the Pig guide.
The Fire years
Each element rules two years in a row, one Yang and one Yin. The Fire Pig year is preceded by the Fire Dog. Fire is linked with summer, the color red and the south. Read more about the five elements.
Fire Pig questions, answered
What years are the Year of the Fire Pig?
The Year of the Fire Pig falls in 1947, 2007 and 2067. It comes round once every 60 years. The exact dates are 22 Jan 1947 – 9 Feb 1948; 18 Feb 2007 – 6 Feb 2008; 14 Feb 2067 – 2 Feb 2068.
What is the Fire Pig personality?
Fire Pigs are generous and sincere like every Pig, with an added streak of passion and drive. It brings passion, courage and charisma, and Fire types are decisive, expressive and drawn to leadership.
Who is the Fire Pig compatible with?
Like all Pigs, the Fire Pig is most compatible with the Rabbit, Goat and Tiger, and finds the Snake and Monkey more challenging.
How is the Fire Pig different from other Pigs?
The Pig’s native Water controls Fire. These Pigs like to be in charge of their circumstances and usually are, though getting there takes effort.
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