Expert: Bill Hajdu - 5/27/2008

Question
Hi,  Are wood tiger Feb 1,1974(female) and fire snake Oct 26,1977(female) compatible?

Thanks!

Answer
Hi Jes,

The Tiger was born in the year of the Wood Tiger, month of the Fire Tiger and day of the Water Rooster.

The Snake was born in the year of the Fire Snake, month of the Metal Dog and day of the Earth Horse.

From a Chinese astrology perspective this match has a 53% favorable compatibility rating which is good but not great.

If you consider cross matches, for example the Tiger year sign with the Dog month sign, the rating is actually higher, as the cross matches are outstanding in several cases.

The concern I have is that the Snake is totally lacking Water and Wood. This element imbalance could make her subject to problems (mental, addictions, etc.). As long as she is not "damaged goods," this match has good potential. Note also, the Snake is not likely to be flexible, so the Tiger will have to be the more compromising and agreeable.

A final note. You both need a strong person you can respect. There are plenty of strong signs in these two charts, so that should be no problem. When you do have two, strong types, however, there is always the potential for a clash of wills. You will both need to be willing to compromise from time to time to maintain harmony within the relationship.

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