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Fire signs - The fire signs (Aries, Leo, and Sagittarius) are known for being fiery. They have hot tempers, but they're also real fun and make great natural leaders.

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Aries (March 21–April 19) -

Always ready to look on the bright side of life, Aries are very optimistic. They're also completely unable to mince their words; honesty ranks high on the list of Aries traits.

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Aries (March 21–April 19) -

The sign of the ram, Aries babies are also headstrong and determined. Their impressive drive to succeed is largely what carries them through life.

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Leo ( July 23–August 22) -

Just like their optimistic Aries cousins, people born in Leo tend to be very cheerful. They also exude generosity. Indeed, for many Leos their love language is gift giving.

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Leo ( July 23–August 22) -

Leos also have the more unusual gift of being funny. A trait often envied by other signs, a Leo's ability to make people laugh is what makes them attractive.

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Sagittarius (November 22–December 21) -

People born in Sagittarius are generally very optimistic and idealistic. It's difficult to bring a Sag down, as they are constantly buoyed by their vision of the beauty in the world.

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Just like Leos, Sags tend to be very generous, although its usually their infectious energy that is attractive to other people, rather than their readiness to give.

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Air signs - The air signs (Gemini, Libra, and Aquarius) are masters of social interaction. They are experts at keeping the peace and are generally great to have around.

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Gemini (May 21–June 21) -

The most sociable of all the star signs, Gemini is adaptable and makes for great company. It's hard to feel miserable in the presence of a Gemini.

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Gemini (May 21–June 21) -

A lesser-known trait of the Gemini is their intellect. People born in Gemini are very intellectually curious and are always on the lookout for something to learn.

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Libra (September 23–October 23) -

Never one to rock the boat, the most important thing in a Libra's life is balance. The most admirable quality of many Libras is their ability to be both sincere and fair.

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Libra (September 23–October 23) -

Another important side to Libras is their love of romance. With a penchant for candle-lit dinners and sunset strolls, you could do much worse than dating a Libra.

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Aquarius (January 20–February 18) -

Just like Libras, Aquarians have a penchant for balance. They have an impressive ability to keep a level head, to act in a way that is both honest and fair.

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Aquarius (January 20–February 18) -

Aquarians also have a strong humanitarian streak, which means they are often the first to offer their help in a crisis.

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Water signs -

The most sensitive of the star signs, the water signs (Cancer, Scorpio, and Pisces) are misunderstood. They might seem moody, but generally they're just passionate and intuitive.

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Cancer (June 22–July 22) -

The character trait others most often associate with you, Cancer, is sensitivity. That doesn't mean you are a pushover, though. In fact, you're surprisingly tenacious.

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Cancer (June 22–July 22) -

Cancers are also fiercely loyal. People value their Cancer friends highly, since they know you'll stick by them through thick and thin.

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Scorpio (October 24–November 21) -

People sometimes think of Scorpios as being spiky, indeed a little difficult to deal with. More often than not, however, they're mistaking passion for having a bad temper.

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Scorpio (October 24–November 21 -

Scorpios tend to be very passionate, resourceful, and brave. They have the potential and the drive to achieve great things in life.

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Pisces (February 19–March 20) -

Pisces tend to be very trusting, which would leave them open to having their hearts broken, were it not for the fact they are also very intuitive and therefore good judges of character.

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Pisces (February 19–March 20) -

Couple this with their very compassionate nature, and you have a sign that always tries to find the good in other people (and most of the time succeeds).

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Earth signs -

And finally, the earth signs: Taurus, Virgo, and Capricorn. These signs are (surprise, surprise) down-to-earth and reliable, the sorts of people you can always depend on.

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Taurus (April 20–May 20) -

A very down-to-earth sign, Taurus is reliable and devoted. Just like Cancers, people born under this sign make great and lasting friends.

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Taurus (April 20–May 20) -

Tauruses are also very responsible, not only in their relationships but in all areas of their lives. Always accountable for their actions, they make great colleagues, too.

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Virgo (August 23–September 22) -

Just like Tauruses, Virgos tend to be practical and reliable. If you need something done, you could do much worse than ask a Virgo for their help.

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Virgo (August 23–September 22) -

To add to this, Virgos are also extremely hardworking. Arguably the most conscientious of all the signs, no task is too great for this sign.

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Capricorn (December 22–January 19) -

Caps are also very hardworking. These are the people who always wanted to get A's in school, and most of the time, they did.

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Capricorn (December 22–January 19) -

In addition to being hardworking, Caps are normally very disciplined and pragmatic. This makes them high achievers and great candidates for the majority of careers.

See also: Your biggest fear, according to your star sign

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