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7. Horse (1918, 1930, 1942, 1954, 1966, 1978, 1990, 2002):

Good traits: Horses are cheery and popular because of their wittiness and intelligence. They're clever and open-minded and like nothing better than a good natter.

Bad traits: People born in the year of the horse have a tendency to be nervous and rude. Although they're generally intelligent, they can be gullible and fickle. They're usually unreliable.

8. Sheep (1919, 1931, 1943, 1955, 1967, 1979, 1991, 2003):

Good traits: Sheep have bad reputations for following the crowd, but those born in the year of the sheep are actually very creative and artistic. They have great people skills and are sympathetic and sincere, although they can also be quite shy.

Bad traits: Sheep can be moody and indecisive, they also worry too much and always think the worst. This dreary outlook means they're always complaining.

9. Monkey (1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004):

Good traits: If you were born in the year of the monkey, you're likely to be resourceful and a problem solver. Monkeys make great bosses because of this. They're also good at motivating people and are always polite and friendly.

Bad traits: Monkeys can also be vain and selfish. They can think the worst of people and are jealous and suspicious.

10. Rooster (1921, 1933, 1945, 1957, 1969, 1981, 1993, 2005):

Good traits: Roosters would be the perfect housewife - neat, organised, traditional, they're often labelled as perfectionists. They're also responsible and practical with a methodical approach to life.

Bad traits: Because the rooster is such a perfectionist, they can't stand to see things done in any way but their own, and can be very critical because of this. Their strong opinions often grate on other people.

11. Dog (1922, 1934, 1946, 1958, 1970, 1982, 1994, 2006):

Good traits: Like a good pet, those born in the year of the dog are loyal and affectionate. They're friendly and have a strong sense of what is fair, but they're also open-minded and listen to other people's opinions.

Bad traits: Some say that the dog's sense of justice makes them seem like they're always on their moral high horse and are judgemental. They're worriers by nature and can be stubborn too.

12. Pig (1923, 1935, 1947, 1959, 1971, 1983, 1995, 2007):

Good traits: You can depend on a pig for being hardworking and trustworthy. They're very passionate about what they believe in, but always think about their actions and how it will affect other people. They're friendly and thoughtful and stay calm under pressure.

Bad traits: Because pigs have so many friends they can rely on others too much, they're also gullible and naïve. Pigs are also guilty of being a bit miserable and thinking the worst.

Where to next?

Check out our guide to Chinese New Year which includes everything you need to know to celebrate in style

And if that's not enough, we've got loads more Oriental recipes for you to choose from

If you want some more predictions about what the future holds, our daily horoscopes should give you an idea or you can discover your destiny with Linda's fortune cookies, brought to you by Now magazine

By Fong Chau

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