Relationship type: Trine
The Rat and Dragon belong to the same trine (san he), a group of three animals four years apart that think alike. This is considered one of the luckiest pairings in Chinese astrology.
Elements: Water and Earth
Earth (Dragon) controls Water (Rat) in the five-element cycle, which can feel like pressure unless roles are balanced.
Rat and Dragon in love
The Rat is attentive and quick to notice what a partner needs, while the Dragon brings big romance and big expectations. This works best when the Rat gets a partner who appreciates their wit and planning and the Dragon gets admiration and a partner with their own fire.
Watch-outs
- The Rat's weak spot is worrying over money and details.
- The Dragon's weak spot is pride and impatience.
- Astrology is for fun; respect and communication matter most.
Birth years
Rat: 1936, 1948, 1960, 1972, 1984, 1996, 2008, 2020.
Dragon: 1940, 1952, 1964, 1976, 1988, 2000, 2012, 2024.
Years begin at Lunar New Year, between late January and mid-February.