The Monkey is the Ninth Animal in the Chinese Zodiac.

Traits: According to Chinese astrology, people born in the Year of the Monkey are smart, witty, curious, and playful. They are also very adaptable and can handle any situation with ease. Monkeys are often the life of the party, as they enjoy socializing and making others laugh. However, they can also be mischievous, restless, and easily bored. They need constant stimulation and variety to keep them interested. Monkeys are not very good at sticking to a routine or following rules. They tend to act on impulse and sometimes get into trouble because of their cleverness and cunning.

Monkeys have a lot of potential and talent, but they need to work hard and focus on their goals. They can excel in any field that requires creativity, innovation, or communication. Some possible careers for Monkeys are writer, journalist, actor, comedian, inventor, engineer, teacher, or salesperson. Monkeys are also good at managing money and investing wisely. They can make a fortune if they use their intelligence and intuition.

Monkeys must try to learn to think of others ahead of themselves, at least some of the time. This Sign’s world will be more complete once it realizes the world doesn’t revolve around it. Monkeys have a show-off side that loves nothing more than to impress their friends with all they know.

The Monkey’s world, full of reckless energy and revelry, isn’t for everyone. Remember, though, it’s not that this Sign is mean; it might just be a bit too curious for its good. Monkeys often feel the need to try everything at least once, which can make for a merry-go-round of relationships.

The Monkey’s love of self-indulgence can also lead to other types of trouble. This Sign may have limited self-control concerning food, alcohol and other pleasurable activities. It’s party time all the time for the Monkey, yet when it leads to a monster hangover or a shattered heart (generally someone else’s, not theirs), this Sign might show a touch of remorse. They won’t flat-out admit the error of their ways, but at least they’ll pull back and try to tone things down — for a while.

Compatibly: Your best matches are with a Dragon, Rat and Snakes and avoid Tigers, Pigs and other Monkeys as they may clash or compete with each other. Monkeys are also not very compatible with Rabbits, Roosters, and Goats, as they may find them too boring or sensitive.