1997 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Ox
The 1997 Year of the Ox (牛) officially starts on February 7, 1997 (Lunar New Year) and ends on January 27, 1998. People born between January 1, 1997 and January 27, 1998 are actually of the Rat zodiac sign, Because it still falls within the Chinese Lunar Year 1996 during this period. You can find your Chinese zodiac sign by your Gregorian birth date: Find Your Zodiac.
Year Details
Gregorian Year
1997
Zodiac Sign
Ox (牛)
Ganzhi Calendar
Ding Chou (丁丑)
Five Elements
Fire (火)
Start Date
February 7, 1997
End Date
January 27, 1998
Lucky Numbers
2, 7
Lucky Colors
Red, Pink
Compatible Zodiacs
Rat, Snake, Rooster
Incompatible Zodiacs
Goat
Positive Traits
Honest, steady, diligent, responsible, reliable, persistent, practical, loyal
Negative Traits
Stubborn, rigid, slow to change, not expressive, easily tired, too conservative
Personality
The 1997 Ding Chou Fire Ox is honest, steady, diligent and responsible, with the perseverance of the Ox and the enthusiasm of the Fire element. They are down-to-earth, principled, reliable and focused, with strong execution and endurance. They value commitment, keep promises and take care of those around them. Yet they can be stubborn, rigid, slow to change and not good at expressing emotions.
Folk Meaning
In Chinese zodiac culture, the Ox symbolizes diligence, steadiness, perseverance and harvest. The 1997 Fire Ox combines fire enthusiasm and earth steadiness, representing hard work, steady progress, reliability and good fortune.
Fortune
People born in 1997 have stable overall fortune, with strong endurance and sense of responsibility. They are suitable for stable, technical and long‑term careers. Wealth fortune is steady and rises gradually; they are good at saving but need proper planning. Emotionally sincere and loyal, yet sometimes too dull and passive. Health should pay attention to stomach, spleen, digestive system and overwork.
Historical Events in 1997
- 1. Hong Kong returned to China (July 1, 1997)
- 2. Asian financial crisis broke out (July 1997)
- 3. Diana, Princess of Wales died (August 31, 1997)
- 4. First book Harry Potter published (June 26, 1997)
- 5. China launched ZX-8 satellite (June 10, 1997)
- 6. FASB announced lease accounting reform (1997)