Taurus traits: the essentials
| Dates | April 20 – May 20 | Symbol | ♉︎ the Bull |
|---|---|---|---|
| Element | Earth | Modality | Fixed |
| Ruling planet | Venus | Opposite sign | Scorpio |
| Lucky day | Friday | Colours | green and soft pink |
| Tarot card | The Hierophant | Body (traditional) | throat and neck |
Taurus is the sign of steadiness and sensual pleasure. Ruled by Venus, it loves beauty, comfort, good food and anything built to last. Taurus moves at its own pace — slowly, deliberately and with remarkable staying power.
As a fixed earth sign, Taurus values security and loyalty above novelty. People with strong Taurus placements are dependable, patient and practical, with a calm presence that others find reassuring — though once their mind is made up, it rarely changes.
Earth signs build, ground and protect, and fixed signs sustain, deepen and persevere — so Taurus combines earth energy with a fixed style.
Taurus strengths and challenges
Strengths
- Loyal and dependable
- Patient and persistent
- Practical with money and resources
- Sensual and appreciative of beauty
- Calm under pressure
Challenges
- Stubbornness
- Resistance to change
- Possessiveness
- Over-indulgence
Taurus in love
Taurus loves slowly and for keeps. They show affection through touch, gifts, cooking and simply being there. Trust is earned over time, and once committed they're among the most faithful partners in the zodiac — but they need stability and won't tolerate games.
Best matches: Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces. Most challenging: Leo, Aquarius. Your opposite sign, Scorpio, often brings strong attraction. Remember that Sun signs are only the start — Moon, Venus and Mars contacts matter more. Compare two full charts with our compatibility calculator.
Taurus compatibility with every sign
| Sign | Relationship | Score | What to expect |
|---|---|---|---|
| ♈︎ Aries | Neighbours | 55% | Different styles that can teach each other; it takes effort. |
| ♉︎ Taurus | Same sign | 75% | Mirror match — instant understanding, but you share the same blind spots. |
| ♊︎ Gemini | Neighbours | 55% | Different styles that can teach each other; it takes effort. |
| ♋︎ Cancer | Sextile | 80% | Friendly and easy — compatible elements and lots of mutual support. |
| ♌︎ Leo | Square | 50% | Spark and friction — strong attraction, frequent clashes; growth through compromise. |
| ♍︎ Virgo | Trine | 90% | Natural harmony — the same element and an effortless flow. |
| ♎︎ Libra | Quincunx | 45% | Mismatched rhythms — needs constant adjustment, but can be fascinating. |
| ♏︎ Scorpio | Opposites | 70% | Magnetic opposites — you complete each other if you meet in the middle. |
| ♐︎ Sagittarius | Quincunx | 45% | Mismatched rhythms — needs constant adjustment, but can be fascinating. |
| ♑︎ Capricorn | Trine | 90% | Natural harmony — the same element and an effortless flow. |
| ♒︎ Aquarius | Square | 50% | Spark and friction — strong attraction, frequent clashes; growth through compromise. |
| ♓︎ Pisces | Sextile | 80% | Friendly and easy — compatible elements and lots of mutual support. |
Scores describe the geometric relationship between Sun signs and are for entertainment only.
Taurus at work and in career
At work Taurus is the reliable builder: steady, thorough and good with money and materials. They prefer clear expectations and tangible results over constant change.
Careers that often suit Taurus:
- Finance and banking
- Design, art and architecture
- Food, hospitality and wine
- Real estate
- Gardening and landscaping
Your Midheaven matters even more than your Sun sign for career — check it with our career chart calculator.
How to get along with a Taurus
- Be consistent and reliable
- Don't rush their decisions
- Share good food and comfortable surroundings
- Show love through actions, not just words
Taurus horoscope today, this week and this month
Read the Taurus horoscope today on PsychicBook, plus the weekly and monthly horoscopes. A Sun-sign horoscope is written for everyone born April 20 – May 20; for a forecast built on your own chart, try a forecast reading or talk to an astrologer on PsychicBook.
Frequently asked questions
What are the dates for Taurus?
Taurus runs from April 20 – May 20. Exact dates shift by a day in some years — use the cusp checker above to confirm.
What are Taurus's main traits?
Loyal and dependable, patient and persistent and practical with money and resources; challenges include stubbornness and resistance to change.
Who is Taurus most compatible with?
Traditionally Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces — signs of the same or a complementary element.
What is Taurus's ruling planet?
Venus.
What element is Taurus?
Taurus is a fixed earth sign.
What tarot card is Taurus?
The Hierophant, in the Golden Dawn tradition.