What is the Chinese zodiac year in 2008
The traditional Chinese calendar for 2008 is "Wu Zi", and the zodiac animal is the Rat, meaning that 2008 is the Year of the Rat according to the lunar calendar.
2008 is the Wu Zi year in the lunar calendar, with a musical tone of "Thunder Fire," which we commonly refer to as the "Fire" element.
The Year of the Rat in 2008 is in conflict with those born in the Year of the Horse, meaning people born in the Year of the Horse will have a "Sheng Sui" (bad luck) in 2008.
According to the theory of fate, Wu belongs to Earth, and Zi belongs to Water, so 2008 is a year with strong Water energy, while Earth also has some influence.
Each year's zodiac must be divided based on the "Start of Spring" in the lunar calendar. According to the solar calendar, it is as follows:
Solar Calendar: From February 4, 2007 at 13:18 to February 4, 2008 at 19:03, the lunar calendar was Ding Hai (Pig Year), and those born during this time are considered as Pig-born. From February 4, 2008 at 9:03 to February 4, 2009 at 0:52, the lunar calendar was Wu Zi (Rat Year), and those born during this time are considered as Rat-born.
Personality of People Born in the Year of the Rat in 2008
Rats are not only optimistic and cheerful, lively and active, but also adaptable to their surroundings.
Intelligent, sensitive, quick in action, flexible, kind to friends, and emotionally rich.
Kind-hearted, romantic, restless, competitive, with unique insight, and sometimes temperamental.
Rats have the closest relationship with humans, where there are people, there are rats. In agricultural societies, they often eat human food and have an adaptability to eat anything that can be eaten, thus surviving everywhere. Therefore, people born in the Year of the Rat also have this characteristic, being bright, optimistic, and adaptable to any environment, not being petty or grumbling, showing a relaxed and easygoing nature, thus not easily feeling depressed. They always demonstrate their ability to adapt to life, gaining favor from others, and thus receiving help from others.
People born in the Year of the Rat also have keen observation, foresight, and predictive abilities. There is a saying among sailors: "Do not sit on a ship without rats," meaning that rats can sense danger in advance and flee. Additionally, factory owners know that if rats keep running out of the factory, a fire is likely to occur soon.
Therefore, people born in the Year of the Rat possess such abilities. Sometimes a sudden thought appears, which later proves true, making them suitable for creative work, such as artists, inventors, and reformers. However, if people born in the Year of the Rat rely too much on their intuition without considering other factors in dealing with things, they may think they can make money but end up losing money. In marriage, they may think the person is good and get married, but later face dissatisfaction. Therefore, it is important to seek others' opinions when doing anything and avoid being stubborn with one's own intuition.
Overall Fate of People Born in the Year of the Rat in 2008
Those born in the Year of the Rat are under the Star of Heaven's Favor, possessing a very clever and sharp personality. Matters should be done with a heart full of virtue; these people have high aspirations, a strong desire for wealth, and are quite successful, accumulating wealth throughout their lives, enjoying happiness. However, having too many favorable stars may lead to being too harsh, resulting in what the fate theory says: "Four Favorable Stars Clashing with Offspring." It is better to maintain harmony with others, and by middle age, everything will go smoothly, achieving all plans. In old age, everything reaches a successful stage, and then one enjoys honor and wealth. If there is a destructive star clashing with the destiny, even though wealthy, it may not be auspicious.
Marriage Compatibility Chart for Men Born in the Year of the Rat in 2008
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Rat: A good choice. The two can develop a sweet love and truly experience the feeling of tender affection.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Ox: A perfect combination. She will remain loyal to you and maintain a close relationship, giving your passion and romantic feelings a foundation.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Tiger: If she can be more realistic, allowing you to feel no hesitation, the result would be relatively smooth and harmonious.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Rabbit: The relationship may not be very harmonious. The wife may intentionally or unintentionally defy her husband's wishes, and the husband may not necessarily tolerate it silently.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Dragon: This pairing is relatively ideal. The husband is understanding and knows how to respect others, satisfying his wife's vanity.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Snake: A mix of joy and worry. The husband's tenderness and care make the wife's life very pleasant, but the wife might also develop emotional affairs outside, causing the husband distress.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Horse: Both are impulsive and blind, unable to tolerate each other.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Sheep: The marriage has a utilitarian nature.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Monkey: A relatively happy family.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Rooster: Life is quite compatible. Many of the wife's virtues allow the husband to tolerate her extravagant lifestyle.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Dog: Very interesting, the wife is happier when the husband is often away, otherwise she feels lonely.
Man born in the Year of the Rat marrying a woman born in the Year of the Pig: The couple has a harmonious relationship and shares each other's happiness.
Marriage Compatibility Chart for Women Born in the Year of the Rat in 2008
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Ox: Love and marriage will not have major issues, leading to a peaceful and harmonious marital life.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Tiger: As long as the wife can tolerate the husband's adventurous behavior, the two will not have problems with love and can grow old together.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Rabbit: The wife's position is not very stable because the husband likes socializing and spending time with friends, often neglecting family and the wife.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Dragon: The marriage is very happy, and the wife understands and supports the husband's career development.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Snake: The husband lacks rational thinking, leading to an unhappy outcome.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Horse: The marriage is not very happy, and both are prone to emotional outbursts and misunderstandings.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Sheep: Not an ideal marriage, and the two do not get along well.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Monkey: A perfect match, with sweet love and a happy marriage forever.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Rooster: Life is not very coordinated, constantly quarreling.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Dog: An ideal partner, the wife will be very gentle with the husband, helping him bring his ideal world closer to reality.
Woman born in the Year of the Rat marrying a man born in the Year of the Pig: A happy marriage, with a very pleasant life.
