Taurus Zodiac Sign
April 20 – May 20 · Earth sign · Fixed modality
In astrology, Taurus is associated with being steady, warm, and grounded in what can be trusted. Its symbol is ♉; its ruling planet is Venus; and its element is earth.
Taurus at a glance
- Dates
- April 20 – May 20
- Element
- Earth
- Modality
- Fixed
- Ruling planet
- Venus
Common Taurus strengths
Taurus is often linked with consistency and a gift for making care tangible. At its best, this can help people bring steady, warm, and grounded in what can be trusted energy to relationships, work, and creative pursuits.
Needs and growth edges
Like every sign, Taurus has qualities that can become less helpful under stress. It may need reliability, comfort, and time to build trust. A common growth edge is digging in when change arrives before it feels safe. A useful intention is to stay open to adjustment without giving up your values.
Taurus in relationships
Rather than treating sign traits as a fixed personality test, use them as prompts for reflection. Ask what helps you feel respected, what you do when you are under pressure, and how you can communicate those things to someone close to you.
Explore Taurus compatibility
Choose another sign to explore the Sun-sign dynamic. These readings are broad prompts, not predictions or a measure of whether a relationship can succeed.