Dragon and Rooster Compatibility
龙 + 鸡
The Dragon and the Rooster (also called the Chicken) score 85 out of 100, an excellent match. The Dragon and the Rooster are Secret Friends, one of six traditional best-match pairs. Tradition says each brings out the best in the other.
- Excellent
- Secret Friend
Dragon and Rooster at a Glance
- Score
- 85 / 100
- Match
- Excellent
- Rule
- Secret Friend
- Own elements
- Earth and Metal
- Yin or Yang
- Yang and Yin
- Recent Dragon years
- 2000, 2012, 2024
- Recent Rooster years
- 1993, 2005, 2017
How Well Do the Dragon and the Rooster Match?
Tradition sees a natural fit.
The Dragon and the Rooster are Secret Friends, one of the six traditional best-match pairs. The Dragon is bold and the Rooster is precise, and tradition says they support and flatter each other.
Why the Dragon and Rooster Match
The score comes from the traditional rules between the two signs. Each rule that applies adds or takes away points from a starting score of 60.
The Rules
- Secret Friend 六合 +25The Dragon and the Rooster are Secret Friends, one of six traditional best-match pairs. Tradition says each brings out the best in the other.
The Elements
- Own elementsThe Dragon's own element is Earth and the Rooster's is Metal. In the five-element cycle Earth feeds Metal, which tradition reads as supportive. This site scores only the animal rules and treats elements as extra color.
Dragon and Rooster in Love, Friendship and Work
In Love
A glamorous, well-matched couple. The Dragon enjoys the Rooster's care and the Rooster enjoys the Dragon's confidence. Keep an eye on pride: both dislike being wrong.
In Friendship
Warm and supportive. They enjoy dressing up, going out and celebrating each other's wins.
At Work
The Dragon provides the vision and the Rooster provides the detail. It is one of the most productive pairings when egos stay in check.
Tips for a Dragon and Rooster Pair
- Rooster, give praise as well as notes.
- Dragon, accept a correction gracefully.
- Celebrate small wins together.
More Dragon and Rooster Pairings
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Dragon and Rooster Compatibility FAQ
Are the Dragon and the Rooster compatible?
The Dragon and the Rooster score 85 out of 100, which is an excellent match. The Dragon and the Rooster are Secret Friends, one of six traditional best-match pairs. Tradition says each brings out the best in the other.
Can a Dragon and a Rooster be a good couple?
Tradition sees a natural fit. A glamorous, well-matched couple. The Dragon enjoys the Rooster's care and the Rooster enjoys the Dragon's confidence. Keep an eye on pride: both dislike being wrong.
Are the Dragon and the Rooster good friends or colleagues?
Warm and supportive. They enjoy dressing up, going out and celebrating each other's wins. The Dragon provides the vision and the Rooster provides the detail. It is one of the most productive pairings when egos stay in check.
What is the best match for the Dragon?
See the full list on the Dragon compatibility page: every pairing is ranked with its rule.
How is Dragon and Rooster compatibility scored?
Every pair starts at 60 and each traditional rule that applies adds or removes points. Here: secret friend +25.