Earth sign · April 20 – May 20
Taurus Zodiac Sign
“Steady and loyal.”
Taurus is the second sign of the zodiac, a Fixed Earth sign ruled by Venus. In astrology it's linked with stability, comfort, loyalty and the pleasures of the senses.
- Element
- Earth
- Modality
- Fixed
- Ruler
- Venus
- Opposite
- Scorpio
Taurus personality traits
Taurus is said to be calm, patient and dependable — someone who builds slowly and keeps what they build. Taurus energy loves comfort, beauty, good food and familiar routines, and it's very hard to rush. That steadiness is a strength, though it can turn into stubbornness when change is needed.
Strengths
- • Reliability
- • Patience
- • Loyalty
- • Practical good sense
Challenges
- • Stubbornness
- • Resistance to change
- • Holding on too long
- • Possessiveness
Taurus in love
In love, Taurus is loyal, affectionate and in it for the long term. They tend to show love through presence, physical affection and making life comfortable. Taurus wants security and consistency, and may take time to commit — but once they do, they're steady. Trust is everything.
Career & money
At work, Taurus is associated with finance, design, food, property, craft and any field that rewards patience and quality. They build careers step by step and value stability. With money, Taurus is often a natural saver who also enjoys spending on quality — a balance that works well with a clear budget.
Taurus compatibility
In Life Oracle's compatibility check, Earth signs pair most naturally with Water signs — Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces — and with fellow Earth signs Virgo and Capricorn.
Taurus's opposite sign is Scorpio. Astrologers often describe opposite signs as two sides of the same theme: different styles that can balance each other well.
Sun signs are only part of the picture: the check also compares Life Path numbers. Any pairing can work with effort.
Taurus as a friend
As a friend, Taurus is the dependable one who turns up, remembers your coffee order and stays friends for decades. They prefer a few close friends to a crowd, and they show care through time and comfort.
Growth & advice
The growth edge for Taurus is flexibility. Comfort zones are comfortable for a reason, but small changes — a new route, a new idea, a new habit — keep life from becoming stuck.
“Keep your roots, but let some branches grow in new directions.”
Taurus's tarot card: The Hierophant
In the tarot tradition, each zodiac sign is linked with a Major Arcana card. Taurus's card is The Hierophant: tradition, mentors and shared values.
“Learn from what's worked before.”
Taurus dates
Taurus season runs from April 20 to May 20. If your birthday falls in that range, Taurus is your sun sign. The exact start and end can shift by a day from year to year, because the Sun doesn't enter each sign at the same moment every year — Life Oracle uses the standard boundary dates.
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Frequently asked questions
What are the dates for Taurus?
Taurus season runs from April 20 to May 20. If you were born between those dates, Taurus is your sun sign. The start and end can shift by a day in some years.
Who is Taurus most compatible with?
In Life Oracle's compatibility check, Earth signs pair most naturally with Water signs (Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces) and with fellow Earth signs (Virgo and Capricorn). Any pairing can work with effort.
Check your compatibilityWhat element and planet rule Taurus?
Taurus is a Fixed Earth sign ruled by Venus. Its opposite sign on the zodiac wheel is Scorpio.
What are Taurus's strengths and weaknesses?
Taurus's strengths are often described as reliability, patience, loyalty and practical good sense. Its challenges include stubbornness, resistance to change, holding on too long and possessiveness.
What tarot card is Taurus?
In the tarot tradition, Taurus is linked with The Hierophant: tradition, mentors and shared values.
The Hierophant tarot card meaningOther zodiac signs
- AriesMarch 21 – April 19
- GeminiMay 21 – June 20
- CancerJune 21 – July 22
- LeoJuly 23 – August 22
- VirgoAugust 23 – September 22
- LibraSeptember 23 – October 22
- ScorpioOctober 23 – November 21
- SagittariusNovember 22 – December 21
- CapricornDecember 22 – January 19
- AquariusJanuary 20 – February 18
- PiscesFebruary 19 – March 20
For entertainment and self-reflection only — not a prediction, guarantee or professional advice. You're always in charge of your choices.