You probably know the name of your zodiac sign, along with a few facts about what it means for you. But did you know that each sign is also represented by a particular symbol that can reveal even more about its qualities? A few are commonly known, such as Leo (the lion), Cancer (the crab), and Taurus (the bull). But you may not know what your sign’s symbol is yet! Sometimes, the meaning behind the symbol is obvious, but other times, you may not understand what it represents. Here’s a quick guide to the symbols of each sign and what they all mean:
- Aries: The Ram. The ram represents your courageous side-you’re never one to back down from a fight, even when the going gets tough. You’re the first to attack an issue head on.
- Taurus: The Bull. Surprisingly, the bull actually symbolizes your peaceful side-you are slow to anger, and you crave stability. You are grounded and calm most of the time.
- Gemini: The Twins. This symbols contains multiple meanings. You are very social and usually like to do things with the company of others, and you also have many sides to your personality. You’re difficult to pin down.
- Cancer: The Crab. In a way, crabs carry their homes on their backs, and so do you! You’re known as the backbone of your friend group, and you are closely connected with your family.
- Leo: The Lion. A group of lions is called a pride, and you have plenty of pride. But this doesn’t translate to arrogance. You carry a regal strength, and you’re a born leader with your fierce attitude.
- Virgo: The Maiden. You’re calm and mild-mannered, but that should never be mistaken for weakness. Your strength lies in your cool, collected nature, and because of this, people turn to you in times of need.
- Libra: The Scales. This symbol is an obvious choice for Libra-you crave balance in your life, and you strive for it in all areas. You never make decisions without carefully considering all options.
- Scorpio: The Scorpion. You are secretly sensitive, but you’re not easily angered unless provoked. If this should happen, your sting packs a powerful punch-you’re never one to hold back.
- Sagittarius: The Centaur. A centaur will follow wherever its arrow lands, and you live by this method. You’ll travel wherever your heart desires, reach out to those who you’re naturally drawn to, and live freely.
- Capricorn: The Mountain Goat. Mountain goats can climb to seemingly impossible heights on precarious cliff sides-and so can you (well, not physically). You set high goals for yourself and always aim to achieve.
- Aquarius: The Water Bearer. This represents your giving nature. You are concerned with the well being of others, and you want to devote your time and resources to helping those less fortunate.
- Pisces: The Fish. You are deeply connected to nature, especially the sea. The fish symbolizes your dreamy nature-they live underwater, and you are always (metaphorically) escaping the real world.
