Capricorn Zodiac Sign
The Sea-Goat · Dec 22 – Jan 19
Capricorn personality & traits
Capricorn is the zodiac's ambitious achiever — disciplined, responsible and built for the long climb. Ruled by Saturn, this earth sign respects hard work, structure and earned success, patiently building a life and legacy that lasts. Beneath the serious exterior is a dry wit and deep loyalty.
Capricorn strengths
- Ambitious
- Disciplined
- Responsible
- Patient
- Loyal and resilient
Capricorn weaknesses
- Pessimistic
- Workaholic
- Emotionally guarded
- Stubborn
- Overly serious
Capricorn in love & relationships
Capricorn loves seriously and for the long term — cautious at first, then deeply committed and loyal. They show love through reliability, effort and showing up, and want a partner who shares their values and ambitions. Give them time, and their reserved exterior reveals real warmth.
See who Capricorn matches with on our compatibility calculator.
Capricorn career & money
Capricorn is the zodiac's natural executive — excelling in business, finance, management, law and any field that rewards discipline and long-term ambition. Patient, strategic and hardworking, they steadily climb to the top and build things that endure.
The Capricorn man
The Capricorn man is ambitious, dependable and self-disciplined, with a quiet strength and a dry sense of humour. He takes love and commitment seriously, and he's a steadfast, loyal partner who shows devotion through actions.
The Capricorn woman
The Capricorn woman is determined, capable and self-possessed, balancing ambition with deep loyalty. She's cautious in love but utterly devoted once committed, and she builds her life and relationships to last.
Explore your Capricorn placements
Your sun sign is just the start. If you have any planet in Capricorn, here's what it means:
Capricorn compatibility with every sign
Frequently asked questions
What are the Capricorn dates?
Capricorn season runs from Dec 22 – Jan 19. If you were born within a day of those dates (on the "cusp"), use our sun sign calculator to confirm your true sign for your birth year.
What are Capricorn known for?
Capricorn is a cardinal earth sign ruled by Saturn, known for being ambitious, disciplined, enduring. Ruled by Saturn, this earth sign respects hard work, structure and earned success, patiently building a life and legacy that lasts.
Who is Capricorn most compatible with?
Capricorn tends to match well with fellow earth signs and complementary signs. But true compatibility depends on the whole birth chart — compare two full charts with our synastry calculator for an accurate reading.
What is the Capricorn symbol and element?
Capricorn's symbol is The Sea-Goat, its element is Earth, its quality is Cardinal, and it's ruled by Saturn.