Monkey is a smart, frank and outspoken sign good at social activity. People born in the year of the Monkey are passionate, confident, versatile, coolheaded, shrewd and flexible. Mostly self-centered, they can play to the score and tend to make a showy display of their ability in youth. For them, perseverance is the secret of success. Monkeys are suggested to be contented and prudent, and use less high-flown words.
- 猴 (Hóu)
- Shen (申)
- Yang
- Metal (Jin)
- Vairocana, The Great Illuminator
- East
- West
- Northeast
Things that will bring monkey luck:
- 1, 7, 8
- white, golden, blue
- north, northwest, west
- chrysanthemum
- Peridot
Things that monkey should avoid:
- 2, 5, 9
- Red, Black, Grey
- South, Southeast
Monkey Years
| Year | When | Stem-Branch | Element | Yin Yang |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1932 | Feb.6, 1932 – Jan.25, 1933 | Gui Shen | Water | Yang |
| 1944 | Jan.24, 1944 – Feb.12, 1945 | Jian Shen | Wood | Yang |
| 1956 | Feb.12, 1956 – Jan.30, 1957 | Bing Shen | Fire | Yang |
| 1968 | Jan.30, 1968 – Feb.16, 1969 | Wu Shen | Earth | Yang |
| 1980 | Feb.16, 1980 – Feb.4, 1981 | Geng Shen | Metal | Yang |
| 1992 | Feb.4, 1992 – Jan.22, 1993 | Ren Shen | Water | Yang |
| 2004 | Jan.22, 2004 – Feb.8, 2005 | Jia Shen | Wood | Yang |
| 2016 | Feb.8, 2016 – Jan.27, 2017 | Bing Shen | Fire | Yang |
| 2028 | Jan.26, 2028 – Feb.12, 2029 | Wu Shen | Earth | Yang |
Monkey Love Compatibility
Firm and persistent in love, Monkey people would try every means to win the love of someone once they have a crush. In a relationship, they tend to move their sweethearts and win the love with sincerity; they are absorbed in it and focus on the feeling. Their major problem in love relationship is that, they have too much expectation for romance and special love and miss those who really care about them in life.
- Best with: Ox or Rabbit
- Worst with: Tiger or Pig
Monkey in 2026
2026 for the Monkey - Year of Initiative, Seize Opportunities
Those born in the Year of the Monkey will experience steady progress in 2026 and need to proactively seize opportunities. Career development has room for growth, making it suitable to propose innovative ideas. However, teamwork is essential, and avoid being too individualistic. Finances are above average, with stable regular income and timely gains from speculative ventures—avoid greed. Romantic opportunities for singles may arise through social interactions, while married individuals should spend more time with family. Health-wise, focus on respiratory system issues and stay warm during seasonal transitions.
The Fate Code of Monkeys Born in Different Years
Not all Monkey years are the same. According to the Heavenly Stems, Earthly Branches, and the "Nayin" Five Elements, each Monkey year, occurring every 12 years, has its unique "destiny." Do you want to know which kind of Monkey you or someone around you is? Check out their fate code below!
1944 (Jia Shen Year): The Monkey on the Tree
Nayin Five Elements: Water in the Spring
Personality & Fate: Intelligent and witty by nature, quick in reaction, and eloquent in speech. Early years are turbulent, wandering from place to place, but each crisis brings a turning point. Middle age brings stable career, abundant wealth, and a worry-free life. In later years, enjoying family happiness with children and grandchildren. Women of this sign are capable and decisive, managing household affairs exceptionally well; men are loyal and trustworthy, earning the deep trust of friends.
1956 (Bing Shen Year): The Monkey on the Mountain
Nayin Five Elements: Fire under the Mountain
Personality & Fate: Brave and decisive by nature, with strong leadership skills, able to stand alone. Possesses an indomitable spirit, daring to challenge authority, but sometimes overly stubborn, inviting trouble. Early years see many obstacles, requiring twice the effort for half the gain. After age 40, fortunes reverse, career takes off, and wealth flows in. In marriage, husband and wife are equally matched, needing mutual understanding to grow old together happily. Special note: Money luck is strong, but beware of losing wealth due to stubbornness.
1968 (Wu Shen Year): The Monkey on the Cliff
Nayin Five Elements: Earth on the Great Road
Personality & Fate: Clever and agile, skilled in social interactions, with friends all around. Possesses strong adaptability and learning ability, able to excel in any environment. However, one changes interests too quickly, making it easy to learn many things without mastering any. Career luck is excellent, especially suited for business, finance, or public relations. Financial luck is abundant, but carelessness can lead to financial losses. In marriage, there may be minor conflicts, but overall harmony.
1980 (Geng Shen Year): The Monkey in the Grove
Nayin Five Elements: Wood of the Pomegranate
Personality Traits: Smart and clever, highly perceptive, able to read people's expressions and thoughts. Possesses a strong sense of justice, dislikes evil, and is willing to help others. However, one is sometimes too sharp-tongued, unintentionally offending others.
Life Destiny: Early years are relatively smooth, with good educational foundation. Career experiences ups and downs between 28 and 35, but noble people emerge during crises. Financial luck is at its peak between 40 and 50, making this a golden period for accumulating wealth. Emotionally, one is a late bloomer; the best opportunity to settle down occurs around age 33. In marriage, both husband and wife need to learn tolerance and forbearance. Special note: Be mindful of controlling your words to avoid harming relationships.
1992 (Ren Shen Year): The Monkey in the Water
Nayin Five Elements: Metal of the Sword's Edge
Personality Traits: Intelligent and agile, quick-witted, brave in both action and decision-making, with strong leadership presence. However, one has a somewhat impatient temperament, finds it hard to endure setbacks, and is prone to impulsive actions. Kind-hearted, but sometimes outspoken, hurting others without meaning to.
Life Destiny: Early years see average luck, requiring hard work. Career starts taking off around age 30, especially suited for technology, media, or entrepreneurial fields. Financial luck is good, but avoid greed, which leads to losses. Emotionally, there may be multiple relationships, with marriage best occurring after 28. After age 45, luck becomes increasingly smooth—a destiny of "the wise are late bloomers."
2004 (Jia Shen Year): The Monkey on the Tree
Nayin Five Elements: Water in the Spring
Personality Traits: Clever and adorable from a young age, lively and active, full of curiosity. Strong learning ability, quick to grasp new knowledge, but has difficulty concentrating, requiring cultivation of patience. Kind-hearted, affectionate towards friends, and well-liked among peers.
Life Destiny: Academic luck is average; finding areas of interest leads to significant achievements. Career development after adulthood is relatively smooth, suitable for sales, media, or creative fields. Financial luck is moderate, with a comfortable but not wealthy life. Emotionally, husband and wife are harmonious, but one should guard against external temptations. Special note: Health requires attention to the respiratory system, avoiding smoking and excessive drinking.
2016 (Bing Shen Year): The Monkey on the Mountain
Nayin Five Elements: Fire under the Mountain
Personality Traits: Born intelligent, lively and cheerful, gregarious, and very popular. Daring to think and act, full of adventurous spirit, but sometimes reckless, requiring guidance from parents. Good memory, especially gifted in language learning.
Life Destiny: Born with strong fortune, receiving much love from parents in childhood. Academic luck is good, likely to attend a prestigious university. After adulthood, career is smooth, especially suited for finance, law, or international trade. Financial luck is strong, with a prosperous life. In marriage, husband and wife support each other, loving and harmonious until old age. Special note: Compared to other Monkey-year individuals, those born this year have smoother fortunes and more noble people to assist them.