The 12 zodiac signs
Taurus
Roots and pleasures
- Dates
- 20 Apr – 20 May
- Element
- Earth
- Modality
- Fixed
- Ruler
- Venus
- Keywords
- stability · sensuality · patience
Taurus as a Sun sign
Your identity is rooted in what is real, tangible and lasting. You build slowly, savour deeply, and trust what you can touch, taste and rely on.
Your gift
Loyalty, calm determination and a rare talent for making life beautiful and secure.
Your growth edge
Staying supple when plans change. Comfort can quietly harden into stubbornness.
Taurus as a Moon sign
You feel secure through comfort, routine and touch. Emotionally you are calm and loyal, but slow to change, and stubborn when pushed.
What soothes you
Good food, nature, music and a stable, beautiful home.
Your growth edge
Allowing change before it is forced on you.
Taurus as a rising sign
You arrive calm, grounded and unhurried. People sense someone dependable, with a quiet sensuality and a love of beautiful, comfortable things.
Read more: Moon in Taurus · Taurus rising