What Are Zodiac Signs and Their Meanings
Zodiac signs are twelve divisions of the sky used in astrology to represent personality patterns and life themes. Each sign is linked to a symbol, element, and ruling planet. The list includes Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricorn, Aquarius, and Pisces.
Zodiac Signs Dates and Symbols
Each sign corresponds to a specific date range when the Sun appears in that constellation. For example, Aries runs from March 21 to April 19, while Taurus covers April 20 to May 20. Symbols include the Ram, Bull, Twins, Crab, Lion, Virgin, Scales, Scorpion, Archer, Goat, Water Bearer, and Fish.
Core Traits of the Zodiac Signs
Signs are grouped by elements: Fire (Aries, Leo, Sagittarius) is energetic and passionate; Earth (Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn) is practical and grounded; Air (Gemini, Libra, Aquarius) is social and intellectual; Water (Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces) is emotional and intuitive. Ruling planets add further nuance, such as Mars for Aries and Venus for Taurus.
For a broader overview of astrological history and systems, see zodiac on Britannica.
