Chinese Zodiac

1947: Year of the Fire Pig

Chinese New Year 1947 fell on Wednesday, January 22.

Yin Fire Pig (丁亥)

  • By Chinese New Year: January 22, 1947 to February 9, 1948
  • By Lichun (Start of Spring): February 4, 1947 to February 4, 1948

Chinese New Year follows the lunisolar calendar, so its date moves between January 21 and February 20. Lichun is a solar term that falls on February 3, 4 or 5, and it is where Ba Zi astrology starts the year.

Born from January 22 to February 3, 1947? By Chinese New Year you are already in the Year of the Fire Pig; by Lichun, the boundary Ba Zi astrology uses, you are still in the Year of the Fire Dog.

People born in 1947 turn 80 in 2027.

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About the Fire Pig

Fire adds dynamic energy and enthusiastic warmth to the Pig's already generous and sociable nature. The Fire Pig is perhaps the most exuberantly generous personality in the zodiac, giving freely with passionate joy and expecting nothing in return. This element amplifies the Pig's love of pleasure and celebration, making them a natural host and party spirit. The Fire Pig's challenge is maintaining boundaries, as their combination of warmth and generosity can leave them vulnerable to being taken advantage of.

The Yin Fire Pig radiates quiet warmth and heartfelt generosity, creating intimate moments of joy and transforming close relationships through devoted care.

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Famous People Born in 1947

Listed by calendar year of birth. People born before Lichun (February 4, 1947) belong to the previous zodiac year in Ba Zi astrology, so their sign is shown after the date.

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