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The three numbers said to bring bad luck are one, seven, and eight, as well as numbers containing them, for example 17 and 78.
Lucky numbers associated with people born in the Year of the Rabbit are three, four, and six. Numbers containing them, like 34 and 46, are also lucky.
Based on the Chinese zodiac, 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit, and more specifically the Water Rabbit. Starting from January 22 to February 9, 2024, the Rabbit is the fourth of the 12-year cycle of animals that appear in the Chinese zodiac. A symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity in Chinese culture, 2023 is predicted to be a year of hope. Previous years of the Rabbit include 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963, 1951, and 1939. So if you're born in any of those years, then your Chinese zodiac sign is the Rabbit.
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The Rabbit zodiac is also believed to be vigilant, witty, quick-minded, and ingenious.
Skillful and very responsible, Rabbits can sometimes be reluctant to reveal their minds to others. They also have a tendency to escape reality, but they're always faithful to those around them.
The Year of the Rabbit in 2023 is a great year to have a baby. It's a Water Rabbit year, and, according to Chinese astrology, water means longevity and peace.
Rabbits have three unlucky colors: dark brown, dark yellow, and white.
The Rabbit ranks fourth among the animals of the Chinese zodiac. The 12 zodiac animals are, in order: Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig.
Characterized by always treating people politely, male Rabbits are seen as gentle and sincere. Female Rabbits are perceived as pure hearts.
It's predicted that Rabbits may believe in some bad characters and get themselves into professional trouble. But in spite of this, they're willing to work hard to finish their tasks and achieve their goals.
The Earth Rabbit is slightly reserved, but frank, straightforward, ambitious, and hard-working.
A Fire Rabbit is broad-minded, smart, and flexible, with unique views.
The Gold Rabbit, also known as the Metal Rabbit, is kind-hearted, conservative, lively, and enthusiastic.
Based on the lunar calendar, the 12 signs of the Chinese zodiac are all animals, which represent a combination of legend and luck.
East, south, and northwest are the lucky directions for Rabbits.
Although it's a positive year to start a romantic relationship, those already in one may face some difficulties. With troubles at work, this may push their significant other further away. Be aware that relationships need to be maintained.
The 1st, 4th, 8th, and 11th Chinese lunar months (February, May, September, and December) are a Rabbit's lucky months.
Red, pink, purple, and blue are considered lucky colors for those born in the Year of the Rabbit.
People born in the Year of the Rabbit are gentle and approachable. They have a decent, noble, and elegant manner.
For those born in the Year of the Rabbit, they have two lucky flowers. One is the fragrant plantain lily.
People born in the year of the Water Rabbit are predicted to enjoy good fortune and have a peaceful mind throughout their lives.
Sources: (China Highlights) (Travel China Guide) (TheChineseZodiac.org)
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Another flower said to bring fortune to those born in the Year of the Rabbit is jasmine.
Even with a steady salary, Rabbits better not spend money casually. They need to save up in case of some unexpected bills in 2023.
Intellectual and scholarly, the best careers for Rabbits are in the fields of cultivation, education, health care, medicine, arts, law, and politics.
And the Water Rabbit, the animal of 2023, is gentle, amicable, and able to easily adjust to different situations. However, they have a weak mindset and set of principles.
Avoid north, west, and southwest, as it can lead Rabbits to trouble.
With a pair of agile hands, Rabbits have a gift for calligraphy and painting, as well as tailoring and cooking.
In the Chinese five element theory, each zodiac sign is associated with one of the five elements: Gold, Wood, Water, Fire, or Earth. This year's Water Rabbit comes once in a 60-year cycle.
Wood Rabbits are known to be clever, quick-witted, selfish, and lively in appearance, but shrewd at heart.
The 26th, 27th, and 29th of every Chinese lunar month are considered to be lucky days for Rabbits.
The general Rabbit horoscope isn't looking that good in 2023. People of this sign might experience more misfortunes than in other years. The advice is to stay more cautious.
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Based on the Chinese zodiac, 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit, and more specifically the Water Rabbit. Starting from January 22 to February 9, 2024, the Rabbit is the fourth of the 12-year cycle of animals that appear in the Chinese zodiac. A symbol of longevity, peace, and prosperity in Chinese culture, 2023 is predicted to be a year of hope. Previous years of the Rabbit include 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963, 1951, and 1939. So if you're born in any of those years, then your Chinese zodiac sign is the Rabbit.
Want to know what it means, and the predictions for Rabbits in 2023? Then click through the following gallery.