The Year of the Tiger is the third year in the 12-year Chinese lunar calendar. Each year is associated with one of five elements in addition to its animal sign. This is the Year of the Water Tiger.
People born in 1938, 1950, 1962, 1974, 1986, 1998, 2010 or 2022 belong to the Year of the Tiger.
In China, the tiger is known as the king of all beasts. The tiger zodiac sign is a symbol of strength and bravery. Many Chinese children wear hats or shoes with tiger images for good luck.