Question 1

How is Chinese zodiac compatibility calculated?

Accepted Answer

We analyze the earthly branch relations between two signs — San He (trine alliance), Liu He (six harmony), Liu Chong (clash), Liu Hai (harm), and Xing (punishment) — then adjust for the fixed five-element association of each animal. Romance, friendship, and business scores weight these factors differently.

Question 2

Does birth date matter or just the zodiac year?

Accepted Answer

Your Chinese zodiac sign follows the lunar calendar year, which begins at Lunar New Year — not January 1. If you were born in January or early February, use the birth date mode so we convert your Gregorian date to the correct lunar zodiac year.

Question 3

What is the best zodiac match for love?

Accepted Answer

Liu He (Six Harmony) pairs — such as Rat-Ox, Tiger-Pig, Rabbit-Dog, Dragon-Rooster, Snake-Monkey, and Horse-Goat — are traditionally considered the strongest romantic matches. San He (trine) groups also share deep long-term affinity.

Question 4

Are the percentage scores scientifically proven?

Accepted Answer

The branch relations (San He, Liu He, Liu Chong, etc.) come from classical Chinese astrology. The percentage scores are our interpretation for easy comparison — they are for cultural exploration, not scientific or professional relationship advice.

Chinese Zodiac Compatibility