Naturally nurturing, always neighborly.
Overview
Birth Years: 1795, 1855, 1915, 1975, 2035, 2095 (every 60 years)
Bazi: Yǐ Mǎo (乙卯)
Energy: Yin
Element: Wood – growth, kindness, flexibility.
Zodiac Animal: Rabbit – gentle, elegant, clever.
Personality Style: Warm, friendly, and thoughtful, with a strong sense of fairness and care for others.
Needs: They need emotional harmony, support from loved ones, and a peaceful environment to thrive.
Combination: Gentle Rabbit + Nurturing Wood = Kind, Cooperative Personality.
This sign blends the Rabbit’s charm and emotional sensitivity with Wood’s growth, warmth, and flexibility — creating someone who is kind-hearted, good with people, and quietly determined.
WOOD ELEMENT OVERVIEW
Emotion: Anger (also growth, assertiveness and drive)
Season: Spring
Direction: East
Nature: Growing, expanding, flexible, creative
Strengths: Visionary, kind, generous, adaptable, goal-oriented, idealistic
Challenges: Impatient, easily frustrated, stubborn, overly idealistic, scattered focus
WOOD ELEMENT INFLUENCE
The Wood element brings growth, kindness, and cooperation to the Rabbit’s personality. It makes them more optimistic and connected to the world around them. This Rabbit wants to improve things — whether it’s helping someone in need or making their environment more beautiful and balanced.
Wood also adds creativity and a strong ethical sense. These Rabbits are often full of ideas and enjoy expressing themselves through art, design, or thoughtful conversations. They care deeply about fairness and doing good, and they thrive when surrounded by people who share their values.
Personality
The Wood Rabbit is naturally friendly, warm, and graceful in social settings. They get along well with many people thanks to their kind nature and good manners. This Rabbit has a strong sense of fairness and justice, always wanting to do what’s right. Loyal and caring, they often go out of their way to support friends, family, or their community.
Compared to other Rabbits, the Wood Rabbit is more outgoing and people-oriented. They’re not as shy or reserved, and they enjoy being part of a team. Creating harmony and making others feel included is something they do naturally. Generous with their time and energy, they’re often found helping others or working toward a cause they believe in.
Career
Wood Rabbits shine in careers that focus on teamwork, service, and creativity. They’re great collaborators who love helping others and working toward shared goals. Status and power don’t really motivate them—meaningful work and positive impact do.
They thrive in fields like teaching, healthcare, social work, nonprofits, design, and human resources. As leaders, they’re the kind people trust: calm, supportive, and motivating through kindness rather than control.
Overall, Wood Rabbits are gentle, diplomatic, and thoughtful. They value harmony and growth and do best in roles where they can help others, share ideas, and build healthy, positive environments.
Ideal Career Paths:
- Art & Design
- Education & Counseling
- Writing & Communication
- Human Resources & Mediation
- Healthcare & Wellness
- Environmental & Social Work
- Interior Architecture or Landscape Design
Compatibility
In love, the Wood Rabbit is nurturing, loyal, and emotionally generous. They give their whole heart and want to build a strong, respectful bond with their partner. They are very protective of the people they love and will go to great lengths to keep the relationship safe and loving.
However, their kindness can sometimes go too far. They may sacrifice their own needs or stay silent just to keep the peace. They need a partner who appreciates their giving nature but also encourages them to speak up and take care of themselves.
WOOD ELEMENT INFLUENCE ON COMPATIBILITY
The Wood Rabbit is gentle, kind, and peace-loving, and the Wood element makes them even more caring and cooperative. They naturally connect with people who are kind, fair, and emotionally steady. In relationships, they value trust, support, and shared values.
They look for partners who treat others well and believe in doing the right thing. While they love helping and supporting their loved ones, they need that same care in return. Selfish or aggressive partners can leave them feeling unappreciated and drained.
In short, Wood Rabbits thrive with kind, honest, and supportive partners who value peace and emotional connection. With love and encouragement, they grow into their happiest, most caring selves.
WOOD & OTHER ELEMENTS
Let’s take a look at how the Wood element interacts with the other elements. This helps us understand how the Wood Rabbit connects with different people — in love, friendship, work, and personality harmony.
WOOD ELEMENT CYCLE (WU XING)
1. Wood Element in the Generating Cycle (Creation)
● Water generates Wood
- Water nourishes trees and plants, helping them grow.
- This means Water supports and strengthens Wood.
- In people, emotional depth, flexibility, or imagination (Water) can fuel creativity, growth, and vision (Wood).
● Wood generates Fire
- Wood fuels Fire—like logs feeding a flame.
- This means Wood gives rise to Fire.
- In people, fresh ideas and inspiration (Wood) lead to action, passion, or leadership (Fire).
2. Wood Element in the Controlling Cycle (Regulation)
● Metal controls Wood
- Metal tools (like an axe or saw) can cut or shape Wood.
- This means Metal restrains or manages Wood.
- In people, structure, discipline, or logic (Metal) can limit or guide free-spirited creativity (Wood).
● Wood controls Earth
- Tree roots grow deep into the soil, breaking up and absorbing nutrients from the Earth.
- This means Wood influences or weakens Earth.
- In people, constant growth, ambition, or expansion (Wood) can challenge stability, routine, or practicality (Earth).
ELEMENT COMPATIBILITY FOR WOOD
Best Element Matches for Wood
Wood & Fire
This is one of the strongest pairings. Wood feeds Fire naturally, so there’s an easy flow of energy between them. Wood brings ideas, and Fire brings enthusiasm. Together, they’re inspiring, passionate, and often highly productive—great for romantic or creative partnerships.
Wood & Water
Another supportive match. Water nurtures Wood, helping it grows. Water types offer emotional depth and calm, while Wood types provide action and direction. This duo tends to be thoughtful, loyal, and good at balancing heart and mind.
Neutral or Manageable Matches for Wood
Wood & Earth
This match has a mix of strengths and friction. Wood wants to move forward and grow, while Earth prefers stability and careful planning. If they find balance, Earth can ground Wood, and Wood can help Earth take action. But if either feels blocked, it may lead to frustration.
Wood & Wood
This can go either way. When two Wood types align, they grow fast and strong together—driven, idealistic, and full of big plans. But if they clash or compete, it can turn into a power struggle. With teamwork and respect, though, this can be a great long-term bond.
Challenging Matches for Wood
Wood & Metal
This is the most challenging combo for Wood. Metal “cuts” Wood in the elemental cycle, symbolizing control or restriction. Metal types like rules and order, while Wood wants freedom and flexibility. It can work if both are highly self-aware, but it often feels like a clash of values.
WOOD ELEMENT CYCLE (WU XING)
1. Wood Element in the Generating Cycle (Creation)
● Water generates Wood
- Water nourishes trees and plants, helping them grow.
- This means Water supports and strengthens Wood.
- In people, emotional depth, flexibility, or imagination (Water) can fuel creativity, growth, and vision (Wood).
● Wood generates Fire
- Wood fuels Fire—like logs feeding a flame.
- This means Wood gives rise to Fire.
- In people, fresh ideas and inspiration (Wood) lead to action, passion, or leadership (Fire).
2. Wood Element in the Controlling Cycle (Regulation)
● Metal controls Wood
- Metal tools (like an axe or saw) can cut or shape Wood.
- This means Metal restrains or manages Wood.
- In people, structure, discipline, or logic (Metal) can limit or guide free-spirited creativity (Wood).
● Wood controls Earth
- Tree roots grow deep into the soil, breaking up and absorbing nutrients from the Earth.
- This means Wood influences or weakens Earth.
- In people, constant growth, ambition, or expansion (Wood) can challenge stability, routine, or practicality (Earth).
ELEMENT COMPATIBILITY FOR WOOD
Best Element Matches for Wood
Wood & Fire
This is one of the strongest pairings. Wood feeds Fire naturally, so there’s an easy flow of energy between them. Wood brings ideas, and Fire brings enthusiasm. Together, they’re inspiring, passionate, and often highly productive—great for romantic or creative partnerships.
Wood & Water
Another supportive match. Water nurtures Wood, helping it grows. Water types offer emotional depth and calm, while Wood types provide action and direction. This duo tends to be thoughtful, loyal, and good at balancing heart and mind.
Neutral or Manageable Matches for Wood
Wood & Earth
This match has a mix of strengths and friction. Wood wants to move forward and grow, while Earth prefers stability and careful planning. If they find balance, Earth can ground Wood, and Wood can help Earth take action. But if either feels blocked, it may lead to frustration.
Wood & Wood
This can go either way. When two Wood types align, they grow fast and strong together—driven, idealistic, and full of big plans. But if they clash or compete, it can turn into a power struggle. With teamwork and respect, though, this can be a great long-term bond.
Challenging Matches for Wood
Wood & Metal
This is the most challenging combo for Wood. Metal “cuts” Wood in the elemental cycle, symbolizing control or restriction. Metal types like rules and order, while Wood wants freedom and flexibility. It can work if both are highly self-aware, but it often feels like a clash of values.
WOOD RABBIT + ANIMAL SIGNS COMPATIBILITIES
Wood Rabbits do best with partners who are kind, emotionally steady, and value peace, loyalty, and mutual support. They’re gentle and relationship-focused, so they need connections that feel safe, respectful, and nurturing.
The Wood element gives them strong values and a desire to grow together, not just exist side by side. Their ideal partner is someone calm, loyal, and emotionally supportive—someone who brings softness and stability, and makes the Rabbit feel seen and safe to grow.
Metal signs can feel too strict or controlling for Wood Rabbits, unless both people put real effort into communication, flexibility, and respect.
Best Matches for Wood Rabbit
Pig, Goat & Dog
1. Pig
Warm, loyal, and emotionally open, the Pig offers the love, patience, and support the Wood Rabbit needs. Their gentle natures complement each other beautifully.
2. Goat
Creative, kind, and emotionally intuitive, the Goat understands the Rabbit deeply. Together, they form a peaceful and emotionally rich relationship.
3. Dog
Honest and protective, the Dog gives the Rabbit a sense of security and trust. Their shared sense of fairness and loyalty creates a strong foundation.
Balanced or Neutral
Matches
Ox, Horse & Rabbit
1. Ox
Steady and dependable, the Ox provides grounding for the Wood Rabbit’s emotions. If both communicate well, this match offers calm and long-term stability.
2. Horse
Energetic and friendly, the Horse adds spark and adventure to the Rabbit’s life, while the Rabbit brings warmth and balance. They need to respect each other's differences.
3. Another Rabbit
Another Wood or Water Rabbit), they naturally understand each other’s emotional needs and value harmony. As long as they avoid being overly passive, this can be a very supportive match.
Challenging Matches
Rooster, Tiger, Dragon & Monkey
1. Rooster
Too critical or blunt for the sensitive Rabbit, leading to hurt feelings or power struggles.
2. Tiger
Strong-willed and intense, the Tiger’s bold energy may overwhelm the soft-hearted Rabbit.
3. Dragon
Confident and dominant, the Dragon may unintentionally overpower the Rabbit’s more gentle and cautious nature.
4. Monkey
Clever but sometimes unpredictable, the Monkey may not offer the emotional steadiness the Rabbit needs.
Quick Tip for the Wood Rabbit:
Don’t lose yourself trying to keep the peace — your voice matters too. The right partner will respect your kindness and your boundaries.
Challenges
Despite their many strengths, the Wood Rabbit can be overly idealistic and too willing to put others first. They may trust too easily or give too much of themselves without asking for anything in return. In trying to avoid conflict, they might hold back their true feelings, which can lead to stress or burnout.
To grow, they need to learn to set clear boundaries, say “no” when needed, and protect their energy. Standing up for themselves doesn’t make them any less kind — it helps them stay strong enough to keep doing the good they want to do.