Cancer
The Crab
Cancer at a Glance
Dates
Jun 21 – Jul 22
Element
Water
Modality
Cardinal
Ruling Planet
Moon
Symbol
The Crab
Key Traits
Nurturing, Intuitive, Protective, Sensitive, Tenacious
The Cancer Character
Cancer is the emotional heart of the zodiac. Ruled by the Moon, they navigate life through feeling and intuition.
Empathetic, loyal, and deeply connected to home and family.
Strengths
Weaknesses
Cancer in Love
Romantic Style
Deeply devoted and emotionally expressive.
Emotional Needs
Emotional security and reciprocal vulnerability.
Ideal Partner
Someone loyal, emotionally available, and who values home.
Cancer at Work
Work Style
Thrives in nurturing roles where they can care for others.
Best Career Paths
Cancer × Chinese Zodiac
Your Western sign is only half the story. Your Chinese zodiac animal adds another layer of personality, strengths, and challenges. Find your combination below.
Cancer Rat
Clever meets nurturing
Cancer Ox
Diligent meets nurturing
Cancer Tiger
Brave meets nurturing
Cancer Rabbit
Quiet meets nurturing
Cancer Dragon
Confident meets nurturing
Cancer Snake
Wise meets nurturing
Cancer Horse
Energetic meets nurturing
Cancer Sheep
Calm meets nurturing
Cancer Monkey
Witty meets nurturing
Cancer Rooster
Observant meets nurturing
Cancer Dog
Loyal meets nurturing
Cancer Pig
Compassionate meets nurturing
Cancer FAQ
What is the Cancer zodiac sign?
Cancer (Jun 21 – Jul 22) is the the crab of the Western zodiac. Ruled by Moon, Cancer is a Cardinal Water sign known for being nurturing, intuitive, protective.
What element is Cancer?
Cancer belongs to the Water element in Western astrology. Water signs share qualities of emotion and intuition.
How does Cancer combine with the Chinese zodiac?
Your Cancer traits blend with your Chinese zodiac animal to create a unique personality profile. For example, an Cancer born in the Year of the Horse would combine Cancer's nurturing nature with the Horse's free-spirited energy.