Discover the potential compatibility between two Chinese Zodiac signs.
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Understanding Chinese Zodiac Compatibility
The Chinese Zodiac is a fascinating system that assigns one of twelve animals to each year in a repeating 12-year cycle. These animals are the Rat, Ox, Tiger, Rabbit, Dragon, Snake, Horse, Goat, Monkey, Rooster, Dog, and Pig. It's believed that the animal ruling a person's birth year influences their personality, relationships, and overall destiny.
Compatibility between zodiac signs is a cornerstone of Chinese astrology, offering insights into potential harmony, conflict, and success in relationships. While the core principles are based on the 12 animals, compatibility is often analyzed through various lenses, including the five elements, Yin and Yang, and specific animal interactions (such as the three harmonies, six harmonies, and six conflicts).
The Basis of Our Calculator: Animal Interactions
This calculator simplifies compatibility by focusing on common animal pairing dynamics derived from traditional Chinese astrology. These dynamics are often categorized into levels of harmony:
Excellent Compatibility: Signs that naturally complement each other, often forming strong bonds of mutual understanding and support.
Good Compatibility: Signs that can work well together, with common goals and a good degree of understanding.
Neutral Compatibility: Signs that have neither strong natural affinity nor significant conflict. Relationships require effort and compromise.
Challenging Compatibility: Signs that may have inherent conflicts or different approaches, requiring conscious effort to overcome differences.
How the Compatibility is Determined (Simplified Logic)
The logic behind this calculator is based on established compatibilities within the 12 Chinese Zodiac animals. These are often derived from patterns like the "Trine" (three compatible groups) and specific "Harmony" pairings. For instance:
The Rat, Dragon, and Monkey are often considered a compatible group (Earthly Trine).
The Ox, Snake, and Rooster form another compatible group (Metal Trine).
The Tiger, Horse, and Dog are a compatible group (Fire Trine).
The Rabbit, Goat, and Pig are a compatible group (Wood Trine).
Beyond these trines, other pairings have specific affinities or conflicts:
Certain animals are considered "opposite" or in "conflict" (e.g., Rat vs. Horse, Ox vs. Goat).
"Harmony" relationships exist where one sign can influence or complement another positively (e.g., Snake with Monkey, Rooster with Ox).
This calculator uses a lookup table that assigns a compatibility score based on these traditional relationships. The score translates into a descriptive outcome ranging from "Excellent" to "Challenging".
Zodiac Animals Cycle: Rat -> Ox -> Tiger -> Rabbit -> Dragon -> Snake -> Horse -> Goat -> Monkey -> Rooster -> Dog -> Pig -> (back to Rat)
Major Compatibility Groups (Trines):
(Rat, Dragon, Monkey) | (Ox, Snake, Rooster) | (Tiger, Horse, Dog) | (Rabbit, Goat, Pig)
Use Cases
This calculator is a fun and insightful tool for:
Understanding potential relationship dynamics in friendships, family, or romantic partnerships.
Gaining self-awareness by comparing your sign's traits with others.
Exploring the nuances of Chinese astrology in a simple, accessible way.
Disclaimer: This calculator provides general insights based on traditional Chinese Zodiac pairings. It is intended for entertainment and informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for professional advice or a comprehensive astrological reading.
function calculateCompatibility() {
var zodiac1 = document.getElementById("zodiac1").value;
var zodiac2 = document.getElementById("zodiac2").value;
var resultDiv = document.getElementById("result");
// Normalize input for case-insensitive comparison
var sign1 = zodiac1.toLowerCase();
var sign2 = zodiac2.toLowerCase();
// Compatibility matrix based on traditional Chinese Zodiac pairings
// 'E' = Excellent, 'G' = Good, 'N' = Neutral, 'C' = Challenging
// This matrix is a simplified representation; actual astrology can be more complex.
var compatibilityMatrix = {
"rat": {
"rat": "E", "ox": "G", "tiger": "C", "rabbit": "N", "dragon": "E", "snake": "N",
"horse": "C", "goat": "N", "monkey": "E", "rooster": "N", "dog": "N", "pig": "G"
},
"ox": {
"rat": "G", "ox": "E", "tiger": "N", "rabbit": "N", "dragon": "N", "snake": "E",
"horse": "N", "goat": "C", "monkey": "N", "rooster": "E", "dog": "N", "pig": "G"
},
"tiger": {
"rat": "C", "ox": "N", "tiger": "E", "rabbit": "G", "dragon": "E", "snake": "N",
"horse": "E", "goat": "N", "monkey": "N", "rooster": "N", "dog": "E", "pig": "N"
},
"rabbit": {
"rat": "N", "ox": "N", "tiger": "G", "rabbit": "E", "dragon": "N", "snake": "G",
"horse": "N", "goat": "E", "monkey": "N", "rooster": "N", "dog": "N", "pig": "E"
},
"dragon": {
"rat": "E", "ox": "N", "tiger": "E", "rabbit": "N", "dragon": "E", "snake": "G",
"horse": "N", "goat": "N", "monkey": "E", "rooster": "N", "dog": "N", "pig": "N"
},
"snake": {
"rat": "N", "ox": "E", "tiger": "N", "rabbit": "G", "dragon": "G", "snake": "E",
"horse": "N", "goat": "N", "monkey": "C", "rooster": "E", "dog": "N", "pig": "N"
},
"horse": {
"rat": "C", "ox": "N", "tiger": "E", "rabbit": "N", "dragon": "N", "snake": "N",
"horse": "E", "goat": "G", "monkey": "G", "rooster": "N", "dog": "E", "pig": "N"
},
"goat": {
"rat": "N", "ox": "C", "tiger": "N", "rabbit": "E", "dragon": "N", "snake": "N",
"horse": "G", "goat": "E", "monkey": "N", "rooster": "N", "dog": "G", "pig": "E"
},
"monkey": {
"rat": "E", "ox": "N", "tiger": "N", "rabbit": "N", "dragon": "E", "snake": "C",
"horse": "G", "goat": "N", "monkey": "E", "rooster": "G", "dog": "N", "pig": "N"
},
"rooster": {
"rat": "N", "ox": "E", "tiger": "N", "rabbit": "N", "dragon": "N", "snake": "E",
"horse": "N", "goat": "N", "monkey": "G", "rooster": "E", "dog": "N", "pig": "G"
},
"dog": {
"rat": "N", "ox": "N", "tiger": "E", "rabbit": "N", "dragon": "N", "snake": "N",
"horse": "E", "goat": "G", "monkey": "N", "rooster": "N", "dog": "E", "pig": "C"
},
"pig": {
"rat": "G", "ox": "G", "tiger": "N", "rabbit": "E", "dragon": "N", "snake": "N",
"horse": "N", "goat": "E", "monkey": "N", "rooster": "G", "dog": "C", "pig": "E"
}
};
var compatibility = "Unknown";
var compatibilityClass = "";
if (compatibilityMatrix[sign1] && compatibilityMatrix[sign1][sign2]) {
compatibility = compatibilityMatrix[sign1][sign2];
} else if (sign1 === sign2) {
// Compatibility with oneself is generally considered Excellent
compatibility = "E";
} else {
// Handle cases where signs might be swapped in the matrix lookup
if (compatibilityMatrix[sign2] && compatibilityMatrix[sign2][sign1]) {
compatibility = compatibilityMatrix[sign2][sign1];
}
}
var resultText = "";
switch (compatibility) {
case "E":
resultText = "Excellent Compatibility!";
compatibilityClass = ""; // Default to no specific class for excellent
break;
case "G":
resultText = "Good Compatibility!";
compatibilityClass = ""; // Default to no specific class for good
break;
case "N":
resultText = "Neutral Compatibility.";
compatibilityClass = "neutral";
break;
case "C":
resultText = "Challenging Compatibility.";
compatibilityClass = "poor";
break;
default:
resultText = "Could not determine compatibility.";
compatibilityClass = "neutral";
}
resultDiv.textContent = resultText;
resultDiv.className = ""; // Clear previous classes
resultDiv.classList.add(compatibilityClass);
// Add specific classes for aesthetic emphasis if needed
if (compatibility === "E") {
resultDiv.classList.add("excellent"); // Custom class for excellent
} else if (compatibility === "G") {
resultDiv.classList.add("good"); // Custom class for good
}
}