Ox Chinese Zodiac: in Love

Those born in the Year of the Ox are dependable, strong and patient. This makes them reliable company, natural problem-solvers and people others instinctively trust.

The Ox temperament

Those born in the Year of the Ox are dependable, strong and patient. This makes them reliable company, natural problem-solvers and people others instinctively trust.

Ox in Love

In love the animal describes what you offer and what you need back — and those two are usually the same thing, which is exactly where the trouble starts.

In love, the Ox is devoted and protective. They build relationships patiently and value loyalty above flash.

What follows from the temperament is fairly consistent: the Ox handles in love the same way it handles most things.

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Frequently asked questions

How do I know if I am a Ox?

Your animal is set by your Chinese lunar birth year, which usually starts in late January or February rather than on 1 January. If you were born in January or February, check the exact lunar new year date for your year.

Is the year animal the whole picture?

No. A full Chinese astrology reading uses your month, day and hour as well, giving four animals rather than one.

Does the Ox change year to year?

No — your animal is fixed at birth. What changes is the yearly cycle around it.