Relationship type: Trine
The Snake and Rooster 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: Fire and Metal
Fire (Snake) controls Metal (Rooster) in the five-element cycle, which can feel like pressure unless roles are balanced.
Snake and Rooster in love
The Snake is deeply private and devoted once trust is earned, while the Rooster shows love by organising and improving life together. This works best when the Snake gets depth, loyalty and intellectual respect and the Rooster gets respect and appreciation for their effort.
Watch-outs
- The Snake's weak spot is jealousy and secrecy.
- The Rooster's weak spot is criticism that stings.
- Astrology is for fun; respect and communication matter most.
Birth years
Snake: 1941, 1953, 1965, 1977, 1989, 2001, 2013, 2025.
Rooster: 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005, 2017, 2029.
Years begin at Lunar New Year, between late January and mid-February.