Ox and Rabbit Compatibility
牛 + 兔
The Ox (also called the Cow) and the Rabbit (also called the Bunny) score 60 out of 100, a fair match. The Ox and the Rabbit have no named link in the traditional rules, so the match depends more on the two people than on their signs.
- Fair
- No named link
Ox and Rabbit at a Glance
- Score
- 60 / 100
- Match
- Fair
- Rule
- No named link
- Own elements
- Earth and Wood
- Yin or Yang
- Yin and Yin
- Recent Ox years
- 1997, 2009, 2021
- Recent Rabbit years
- 1999, 2011, 2023
How Well Do the Ox and the Rabbit Match?
Tradition sees no strong pull either way, so the people matter more than the signs.
The Ox and the Rabbit have no named link in the traditional rules. The Ox is firm and the Rabbit is gentle, so the pair is peaceful as long as the Ox does not steamroll and the Rabbit does not hide.
Why the Ox and Rabbit Get on, or Do Not
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
- No named linkThe Ox and the Rabbit have no named link in the traditional rules, so the match depends more on the two people than on their signs.
The Elements
- Own elementsThe Ox's own element is Earth and the Rabbit's is Wood. In the five-element cycle Wood controls Earth, which tradition reads as a test of balance. This site scores only the animal rules and treats elements as extra color.
Ox and Rabbit in Love, Friendship and Work
In Love
A quiet, home-loving match. The Ox gives security and the Rabbit gives warmth. Disagreements tend to be avoided rather than settled, so make a point of talking them through.
In Friendship
A kind, low-drama friendship. The Rabbit softens the Ox, and the Ox gives the Rabbit a steady place to land.
At Work
The Ox carries the load and the Rabbit smooths the relationships around it. Credit the Rabbit's part, which is easy to overlook.
Tips for a Ox and Rabbit Pair
- Ox, ask for the Rabbit's opinion before deciding.
- Rabbit, say it when something bothers you.
- Keep a regular, quiet time together.
More Ox and Rabbit Pairings
Other Ox Pairings
Ox and Rabbit Compatibility FAQ
Are the Ox and the Rabbit compatible?
The Ox and the Rabbit score 60 out of 100, which is a fair match. The Ox and the Rabbit have no named link in the traditional rules, so the match depends more on the two people than on their signs.
Can a Ox and a Rabbit be a good couple?
Tradition sees no strong pull either way, so the people matter more than the signs. A quiet, home-loving match. The Ox gives security and the Rabbit gives warmth. Disagreements tend to be avoided rather than settled, so make a point of talking them through.
Are the Ox and the Rabbit good friends or colleagues?
A kind, low-drama friendship. The Rabbit softens the Ox, and the Ox gives the Rabbit a steady place to land. The Ox carries the load and the Rabbit smooths the relationships around it. Credit the Rabbit's part, which is easy to overlook.
What is the best match for the Ox?
See the full list on the Ox compatibility page: every pairing is ranked with its rule.
How is Ox and Rabbit compatibility scored?
Every pair starts at 60 and each traditional rule that applies adds or removes points. Here: no rule applies, so the score stays at 60.