Year of the Monkey

People born in the Year of Monkey are very funny, always full of jokes and fun. They can really easily handle social situations. It can be the most active of all the signs of the zodiac. They are good at chatting with others, whether it's with someone they've just met or a stranger, just as they love chatting with friends. They are witty and creative, they’re known for their great sense of humor. It will be very funny with a Monkey friend. They like to catch attention from others and tend to succeed in different environments. They constantly seek out knowledge and enjoy learning new things.

The Story of the Monkey

After the Horse and Snake crossed the finish line, the Sheep, Monkey, and Rooster were following. The clever Monkey had spotted a raft lying in the side by the river that made him surprised. But he couldn’t make the heavy raft into the water by himself. At that time, the strong Sheep showed up, who had pushed it by his head. The Rooster came through the trees asking them to wait. The Monkey and Sheep felt sorry for the Rooster for he couldn’t fly and had no feasible way of crossing the river. They let him get on the raft and crossed the river together, with the Monkey using a stick to guide the raft.Once on the other side, the Monkey couldn’t get the raft ashore because the current was too strong. Therefore, the Sheep jumped in the water and pushed the raft by himself. The Emperor was deeply impressed by their teamwork, and was so proud of the Sheep’s selfless action at the end that he promptly named the Sheep as the eighth finisher, the Monkey as the ninth, and the Rooster as the tenth.

Years and types

There are five elements that give the Monkey specific characteristics and personality traits beyond its symbol of wealth. The most recent years of the Monkey include  1920, 1932, 1944, 1956, 1968, 1980, 1992, 2004, 2016. After 2019, the next two years we will be 2028 and 2040.

Famous people born in the year of the Monkey

In Western Countries

Leonardo da Vinci (born April 15, 1452) was an Italian Renaissance polymath whose areas of expertise included invention, drawing, painting, sculpting, architecture, science, music, mathematics, and engineering. Charles Dickens (born Feb 7, 1812) was an English writer who created some of world’s best known fictional characters and is regarded by many as the greatest novelist of the Victorian era. Other celebrities born in the year of the monkey include British poet, peer, politician Lord Byron, Canadian economist Robert Mundell (born Oct 24, 1932), American filmmaker and creator of “Star Wars” George Lucas (born May 14, 1944), American magician David Copperfield (born Sept 16, 1956), and Brazilian footballer Neymar.

In China

Shi Nai’an (born 1296) was a Chinese writer from Suzhou. His masterpiece “Water Margin” is one of the four Great Classical Novels of Chinese literature.

Jin Shengtan (born Aug 7, 1608) was a Chinese editor, writer, and critic who has been called the champion of Vernacular Chinese literature.

Eileen Chang (born Sept 30, 1920), was known as Zhang Ailing, a Chinese writer during the 20th century.

Fu Lei (born 1908) with his renowned rendition of “Balzac” and “Romain Rolland”, is China’s most respected translator of French literature.

Robin Li or Li Yanhong (born Nov 17, 1968) is a Chinese internet entrepreneur, co-founder of the search engine Baidu, and currently one of the richest people in China.

Zhang Yishan (born May 5, 1992) is a prominent former Chinese child star and actor. He is noted for his roles as Liu Xing in the family sitcom “Home with Kids” (2004), and as the star in the crime thriller “Yu Zui” (2016).

Personality Traits and Character

Positive personality traits

Witty, intelligent, curious, lively, cheerful, friendly, clever, innovative, outgoing, enthusiastic, charming, self-assured.

People born under the Monkey zodiac sign are funny, cheerful, entertaining, and friendly. They're exceptionally clever and intelligent people who will win most arguments or prevail in discussions as they’ll have the final say either through their wisdom or their humor. In fact, they are always full of new ideas and constantly seeking new challenges. They are famous for joking around and pulling pranks – which can make them popular amongst their many friends, but sometimes disliked by the prank targets. They are self-confident and very capable at achieving even lofty goals. Monkeys are also versatile and can easily adapt to changing environments. Monkeys are exceptionally curious individuals and will ask questions others take for granted – in fact, they are so driven by the pursuit of knowledge that they will ask questions over and over until they are satisfied they have the information they seek. Monkeys respect and admire intelligence and those who have the answers, but for those who don’t, they may get disregarded by the discerning Monkey.

Negative personality traits

Monkeys can be seen as thoughtless, phony, or arrogant. They are suspicious, jealous, and self-centered because they love jokes and pranks, and they are overly restless and unstable. Usually, Monkeys seem arrogant and think that they are superior. They cannot accept negative feedback from others and have difficulty acknowledging that others are better than them. They tend to seek a crazy life instead of focusing on a stable life. Their carefree attitude can be seen as uncaring about others. Monkeys are sometimes secretive about what they want to do, and they prefer to depend on their own skills instead of sharing with others. The Monkeys are always busy, trying to squeeze every bit out of life, which leads to stress and serious medical problems.

Exclusive Travel Destinations for the Monkey

You love communicating and sharing ideas. It is important for you to visit somewhere that stimulates your quick-witted brain and offers something to fit your nature. Xinjiang is definitely the place which provides a chain of novelty things. If you are interested, please check the Exclusive Travel Destinations for Chinese 12 Zodiac to know more details.

Love and Compatibility

People born in the year of Monkey are charming, friendly, fun, easy to talk to … and even easier to fall for. They will try countless, creative ways to attract a person they like. Monkeys can sometimes be averse to commitment and often buzz around in new romantic relationships. However, even though they may at first be slow to commit, once they realize that they've found their soulmate, they will be loyal, caring, loving, and attentive to their partner's likes and interests. Monkeys are passionate, fun-loving individuals who are not usually possessive or jealous. They bring the heat to life and their relationships, and being with a Monkey means there is anything but boredom. Their partners need to give them the freedom.

For Men

Before settling down, male Monkeys like to make many friends. They attract partners with their humor and friendliness and a relationship with them will probably be fun, refreshing, and exciting – there’s anything but dull when dating a Monkey. However, they do not tend to marry quickly. Monkey men can be good fathers as they are committed to imparting their vast knowledge to their children. You need to give space to Monkeys in the relationship and not get overly jealous when they are socializing with friends. Open your arms when they get home, don’t ask too many questions about where they’ve been, and they’ll make a wonderful mate for life.

For Women

Monkey women usually strive to find Mr. Right. When in a relationship, they can get bored easily, so you need to keep life exciting – take her to interesting places, do some exciting activities to cheer her up. It will normally not matter to her in what area or field your interests and knowledge lie, just as long as she knows you have interests and know a lot about things important to you. It’s important to follow a Monkey’s rhythm – she can have mood swings, so you need to be patient, supportive, and allow her to work through what she’s feeling. Make sure you keep up a lively social life and go out together often. Monkey women love to explore the excitement of life.

Best Matches: Rat, Ox, Dragon

1. Monkey and Rat

The Monkey and the Rat have similar personality traits and together they can achieve anything they want in life. They know how to keep each other interested with new things to do and different places to go, so their relationship will never become dull. They are both energetic, cheerful, intelligent, and highly sociable people who like to go out and spend time with their friends and families.

2. Monkey and Ox

The Monkey and the Ox have different personalities, but they complement each other and are highly compatible as a pair. The Monkey has great conversational skills and can help the Ox open up emotionally. Both signs love success, but they have different methods to achieve it. The Monkey will keep the fire of passion burning, while the Ox offers stability to the relationship. They have enough in common to stay together and enough differences to compensate where the other may be lacking.

3. Monkey and Dragon

The Monkey and the Dragon are both dynamic, highly active people who will keep each other stimulated by engaging in different pursuits and unique experiences. Their relationship is likely to be energetic and fast-paced because they are both ambitious, outgoing, and have many goals they’d like to accomplish. The goals of one may be different, but will likely complement, or be of interest to, the other. They are also both sociable and like to be surrounded by lots of friends. Neither are very jealous which gives each other the necessary freedom to feel comfortable and not overly constrained or trapped.

Worst Matches: Tiger, Snake, Pig

1. Monkey and Tiger

The Monkey and the Tiger have very different personalities and even though opposites often attract, these two signs have too many different priorities in life. The Monkey considers the Tiger to be idealistic and irrational, and the Tiger sees the Monkey as indifferent, irresponsible, and selfish. When it comes to relationships, each is looking for something that the other cannot provide and as a result, these two signs could find themselves spending too much time in conflict.

2. Monkey and Snake

The Monkey and the Snake are both intelligent and resourceful, but they have different approaches to life. Both signs are competitively intelligent, so their relationship could easily turn into a battle of wills and wits. Financial security is important to the Snake for long-term, as well as some short-term, goals, but the Monkey has a tendency to spend money impulsively. The calm and collected Snake feels that the Monkey is too rambunctious, while the Monkey thinks that the Snake is too laid-back and quiet. These signs can bring out the worst in each other and arguments usually abound.

3. Monkey and Pig

The Monkey and the Pig have too many differences and are incompatible as lovers. The Pig is emotional and sentimental, while the Monkey prefers to live life uncomplicated by unnecessary emotions. The Pig doesn't like the social nature of the Monkey and the Monkey perceives the Pig as idealistic and foolishly naive. The Pig also enjoys a more stable life with fewer new experiences, and the Monkey will get bored with monotony and repetition.

Lucky and Unlucky Things

Career and Health Outlook

Career

Monkeys are creative problem-solvers and have excellent communication skills. They're also curious, versatile, and can easily adapt to new environments and situations. Some Monkeys can be disorganized and easily distracted so they find it hard to keep to deadlines. Monkeys also tend to change jobs more often than other zodiac signs, so unless the job can hold their interest, they're likely to move on to something new and seemingly more exciting. Money for them is not viewed as necessary for survival. Instead, they view it more as a means to get the experiences they crave. Therefore, they may not save or invest their money appropriately when young.
Good career choices: inventors, public relations, diplomats, lawyers, teachers, writers, travel guides, comedians, actors, dancers, journalists.

Health

Constantly craving new experiences can cause Monkeys to forgo taking care of their health. They can suffer from nutritional deficiencies, like iron and vitamin D, so they either need to concentrate on eating better or taking a multi vitamin. Stress at work, from family matters, or anxiety caused by feeling trapped and not getting enough excitement can take a toll on their productivity as well as their physical and emotional health in youth and middle age. Depression is a risk for Monkeys who aren’t financially, or otherwise, able to fulfill their wishes in life.

Monkey Horoscope in 2025

2025 Overall: 4/5 stars

In 2025, people born in the year of Monkey may experience many satisfying moments. It's advisable to adopt a more tactful approach, using harmonious methods in dealing with people. In 2025, let your cleverness guide you towards a more harmonious approach, where your sharp mind serves as a catalyst for success, not a source of friction.

Career: 5/5 stars

In your career, the positive momentum in 2025, especially for those involved in business or entrepreneurship. Your capabilities will be acknowledged, and influential figures may seek opportunities to connect with you. You will be full of enthusiasm for your work with your partner’s inspiration.

Wealth: 4/5 stars

Stable income is in the cards, and if you have investments, the latter half of 2025 could bring fruitful returns. In this year, you need to keep a frugal lifestyle and make a reasonable financial plan to ensure the steady growth of wealth.

Love: 4/5 stars

In relationships, you may meet your soulmate this year. In a relationship, you need to support and inspire your partner.

Health: 4/5 stars

Concerning health, watch your step to avoid falls and focus on joint care, avoiding excessive burdens on your joints. Throughout the year, you need to maintain good living habits and strengthen exercise to improve your physical fitness.

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