Chinese Zodiac 1988
1988 Chinese Zodiac: Year of the Earth Dragon
Confident, intelligent, enthusiastic, and charismatic
When does the 1988 zodiac year begin?
The Year of the Dragon begins on Chinese New Year, February 17, 1988. People born before this date belong to the previous Chinese zodiac year; people born on or after it belong to the Dragon sign.
Zodiac animal
Dragon
Element
Earth
Chinese New Year
February 17, 1988
About the Dragon sign
The 1988 cycle pairs the Dragon with the traditional Earth element. The Dragon sign is commonly associated with Yang energy and traits such as ambitious, energetic, innovative.
Explore the complete Dragon zodiac guide โWhat is the 1988 Chinese zodiac?
In the Chinese zodiac calendar, 1988 is a Earth Dragon year. The animal repeats every 12 years, while the animal-and-element pairing repeats every 60 years.
The important detail for a 1988 birth year is the boundary: anyone born before February 17, 1988 belongs to the previous zodiac year. Enter the full date of birth to check it accurately.
1988 Dragon traits and lucky details
Common strengths
Ambitious, Energetic, Innovative.
Lucky numbers and colors
1, 6, 7 ยท Gold, Silver, Greyish White.
Other Dragon years
1988 Chinese zodiac FAQ
What is the Chinese zodiac for 1988?
1988 is the Year of the Earth Dragon. The zodiac year begins on February 17, 1988, not January 1.
What if I was born before Chinese New Year in 1988?
If your birthday is before February 17, 1988, your Chinese zodiac belongs to the previous zodiac year. Use the birth-date calculator for an exact answer.
What element is 1988 in the Chinese zodiac?
1988 is paired with the Earth element in the traditional 60-year Chinese zodiac cycle.