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Taurus zodiac sign

Taurus is loyal, calm and devoted to life's pleasures. Here's what it means to be a Taurus in love, work and life.

DatesApril 20 – May 20
ElementEarth
Ruling planetVenus
Tarot cardThe Hierophant

Strengths

Reliable, patient, loyal, practical, sensual, calm

Challenges

Stubborn, resistant to change, possessive at times

Taurus personality

Ruled by Venus, Taurus loves beauty, comfort and the good things in life: good food, soft fabrics, music and nature.

Taurus builds slowly and surely. Once they've made up their mind, they're steady, patient and incredibly loyal.

SymbolThe Bull
ElementEarth
QualityFixed
RulerVenus
Lucky crystalRose quartz
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Taurus in love

In love, Taurus is devoted and affectionate. They show love through care, touch and consistency, and they want a partner they can trust completely.

Taurus compatibility

Taurus's best matches are Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Pisces. Signs of the same element share a natural understanding, and complementary elements (fire with air, earth with water) bring balance. Any pairing can work with love and effort.

Curious about you and someone special? Try the tarot love match or love compatibility tools.

Taurus and career

Taurus does well in steady, tangible work: finance, design, cooking, gardening, property, music and anything involving beauty or craft.

Taurus's tarot card

Taurus horoscope

Read the weekly Taurus horoscope for what this week holds, or find your Moon and rising sign to see the full picture of your chart.

What do the cards say for Taurus?

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Taurus: questions answered

What are Taurus' best traits?

Loyalty, patience and reliability. Taurus is steady and devoted.

Who is Taurus most compatible with?

Virgo and Capricorn (fellow earth signs), plus Cancer and Pisces.

What are the dates for Taurus?

Taurus runs from April 20 – May 20. Dates can shift by a day depending on the year.

What tarot card is linked to Taurus?

The Hierophant. Taurus is The Hierophant's sign: tradition, values and building something that lasts.

What element is Taurus?

Taurus is an earth sign, ruled by Venus.

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