Zodiac Sign Descriptions

The zodiac signs are also referred to as sun signs and are part and parcel of the science of astrology. Cultures around the world have respected the science and today, more than ever, the science is widely practiced. It cannot be denied that the predictions made on the basis of the zodiac or sun signs are accurate. A person’s zodiac sign is calculated and determined by his or her date of birth. The year is divided and studied by enthusiasts into twelve such zodiac signs and people under each are observed to have unique and distinct traits and tendencies. Zodiac sign descriptions are used to get accurate and a thorough understanding of each zodiac sign.

The traits of each of the sun signs are distinct and it is very interesting to know more about the sign you belong to, or fall under, and about other people. The first zodiacal sign is Aries. This sign is applicable to people born between March 21 and April 20 and it is represented by the ‘ram’. Arians are observed to be ambitious and very intuitive people. The second sign of the zodiac is the Taurus. This sign is represented by the ‘bull’. Likewise, the Taurians are credited with being real go-getters and trend setters. Taurians celebrate their birthdays between April 21 and May 21.

The third sign of the zodiac is Gemini. People under this sun sign are known to be very sensitive and tactful. The Gemini sign is represented by the ‘twins’. The sign is applicable to people born between May 22 and the 21st of June. The fourth sign of the zodiac is Cancer. Cancerians are born between June 22 and July 22. The sign is depicted as the ‘crab’. The Cancerians are known to be extroverts and flirtatious in nature. The fifth sign of the zodiac is Leo, the ‘lion’. Likewise, the people born between July 23 and August 23 are known to be very ambitious and born leaders.

The sixth sign of the zodiac is Virgo. The sign is depicted by the ‘virgin’. The sign is applicable to people born between August 24 and September 22. The people under this sun sign are credited with being jovial and very domesticated and thoughtful. The seventh sign is Libra. The sign is identified by the spectacular ‘weighing scales’. This sign covers people born between September 23 and October 22. Librans are observed to be flirtatious and very charming. The eighth sign of the zodiac is Scorpio. The sign is represented by the ‘venomous scorpion’ and includes people born between October 23 and November 21. Scorpions are credited with being very emotional and the ‘forgive, but don’t forget’ kinds!

The ninth of the zodiacal signs is Sagittarius or the ‘half man-half beast’. This sign covers people born between November 22 and December 21. Sagittarians are known to be compatible with most sun signs of the zodiac and warm and friendly by nature. The tenth sign of the zodiac is Capricorn. This sign is represented by the ‘billy goat’. People born between December 22 and January 20 come under the influence of this sign and are known to be ambitious, haughty and workaholics.

The eleventh sign of the zodiac is Aquarius. The ‘water bearer’ sign is apt for people born under this sign, who are credited with being peace loving and easy going in nature. The Aquarius sign is applicable to people born between January 21 and February 19. The twelfth and last sign of the zodiac is Pisces. The ‘fish’ sign is applicable to people born between February 20 and March 20. They are very moody and sensitive by nature. The reason for the observation of different traits in the case of people born within different positions of the planets lies in the dominance of certain planets over others.