English names and personalities of the 12 English zodiac signs

The names of the 12 English zodiac signs

Pronunciation

Period

Aries ♈

/ˈer.iːz/

21/3 ➞ 19/4

Taurus ♉

/ˈtɔːr.əs/

20/4 ➞ 20/5

Gemini♊

/ˈdʒem.ə.naɪ/

21/5 ➞ 21/6

Cancer ♋

/ˈkæn.sɚ/

22/6 ➞ 22/7

Leo♌

/ˈliː.oʊ/

23/7 ➞ 22/8

Virgo♍

/ˈvɝː.ɡoʊ/

23/8 ➞ 22/9

Libra ♎

/ˈliː.brə/

23/9 ➞ 23/10

Scorpio♏

/ˈskɔːr.pi.əs/

24/10 ➞ 21/11

Sagittarius♐

/ˌsædʒ.əˈter.i.əs/

22/11 ➞ 21/12

Capricorn♑

/ˌkæp.rəˈkɔːr.n/

22/12 ➞ 19/12

Aquarius ♒

/əˈkwer.i.əs/

20/1 ➞ 18/2

Pisces♓

/ˈpaɪ.siːz/

19/2 ➞ 20/3

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Fire (n)

/faɪr/

Characteristic /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Adventurous (adj)

/ədˈven.tʃɚ.əs/

Willing to try new, unusual, and exciting things

Sarah is an adventurous person, she decided to travel through South America alone. 

Outgoing (adj)

/ˈaʊtˌɡoʊ.ɪŋ/

Friendly and energetic and finding it easy and enjoyable to be with others

Linda is so outgoing that she easily makes friends wherever she goes. 

Active (adj)  /ˈæk.tɪv/

Always busy doing things, especially physical activities

Lisa leads an active lifestyle, participating in marathon cluband various outdoor activities every weekend. 

Courageous (adj) /kəˈreɪ.dʒəs/

Having or showing courage

His courageous act of rescuing the drowning child was featured in the newspaper.

Generous (adj) /ˈdʒɛn.ər.əs/

Willing to give money, help, kindness, etc., especially more than is usual or expected

Jenny is a generous person, she often volunteers at local charities.

Optimistic (adj)  /ˌɑːp.tɪˈmɪs.tɪk/

Expecting good things to happen or something to be successful

Despite facing challenges, Alex remains optimistic. 

Aggressive (adj) /əˈɡrɛs.ɪv/

Showing anger and a willingness to attack other people

In the business world, being aggressive and taking bold steps is sometimes necessary to achieve success. 

Independent (adj) /ˌɪn.dɪˈpɛn.dənt/

Not influenced or controlled in any way by other people, events, or things

From a young age, Emma has been fiercely independent. 

Trusting (adj) /ˈtrʌs.tɪŋ/ 

Always believing that other people are good or honest and will not harm or deceive you

John's trusting nature made him readily trust everyone, even in the case of those with malicious and exploitative intentions. 

Impulsive (adj) /ɪmˈpʌl.sɪv/

Acting suddenly without thinking carefully about what might happen because of what you are doing

James made an impulsive decision to buy a new car, only to regret it later. 

Moody (adj) /ˈmuː.di/ 

Having moods that change quickly and often

After the stressful week at work, Sarah has been a bit moody and easily irritated. 

Impatient (adj) /ɪmˈpeɪ.ʃənt/

Easily annoyed by someone's mistakes or because you have to wait

Tom shows his impatient attitude clearly when he gets frustrated waiting in long lines for his turn. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Earth (n) /ɝːθ/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Calm (adj) 

/kɑːm/

Showing great control over your feelings

Even in stressful situations, Sandra still remains calm. 

Collected (adj) /kəˈlɛktɪd/

In the face of criticism, Brew stays collected and responds with grace. 

Sociable (adj) 

/ˈsoʊ.ʃə.bəl/

Enjoying spending time with other people

Sarah is a very sociable person, always eager to meet new friends. 

Dependable (adj) /dɪˈpɛndəbl/

Deserving of trust or confidence

James is a dependent colleague who always completes his tasks on time. 

Loyal (adj) 

/ˈlɔɪəl/

Always giving help and encouragement

Lisa is very loyal to her friends. 

Patient (adj) /ˈpeɪʃənt/

Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious

Despite the long wait, Jason remains patient and doesn't show any signs of frustration. 

Stubborn (adj) /ˈstʌbern/

Opposed to change or suggestion

Despite the evidence, the stubborn old man persists in denying his wrongdoing.

Lazy (adj) 

/ˈleɪzi/

Not willing to work or use any effort

Alex is a lazy person, instead of doing his chores, he prefers to lie on the couch. 

Possessive (adj) /pəˈzɛsɪv/

Demanding total attention or love; not wanting somebody to be independent

Maria is so possessive and doesn't like her partner spending time with others. 

Materialistic (adj) /məˌtɪriəˈlɪstɪk/

Caring more about money and possessions than anything else

Xavia's materialistic mindset is evident in her constant pursuit of expensive possessions. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Air (n) /er/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Curious (adj) 

/ˈkjʊriəs/

Having a strong desire to know about something

Sarah is a curious individual, always eager to learn new things. 

Talkative (adj) /ˈtɔːkətɪv/

Liking to talk a lot

Alex is incredibly talkative, and he can chat for hours about various topics. 

Clever (adj) 

/ˈklɛver/

Having or showing the ability to learn and understand things quickly and easily

Emily is a clever problem solver, always finding innovative solutions. 

Imaginative (adj) /ɪˈmædʒɪnətɪv/

Good at thinking of new, original, and clever ideas

Holly is often brilliantly imaginative in filling out the details of the writer's life. 

Witty (adj) 

/ˈwɪti/

Using words cleverly and funnily

Mark is known for his witty remarks that always bring humor to the conversation. 

Indecisive (adj) /ˌɪndɪˈsaɪsɪv/

Not able to make decisions quickly and effectively

Lisa is indecisive and often struggles to make decisions, big or small. 

Devious (adj) /ˈdiːvias/

Behaving dishonestly or indirectly, or tricking people, to get something

You have to be devious if you're going to succeed in business. 

Impulsive (adj) /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

Acting suddenly without thinking carefully about what might happen because of what you are doing

Mike tends to be impulsive, making decisions without much thought about the consequences. 

Superficial (adj) /ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl/

Never thinking about things that are serious or important

Tina's interest in others is often superficial, lacking depth and connection. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element (Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (n))

Water (n) /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ/

Personality (Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (n))

Dependable (adj) /dɪˈpɛndəbl/

Deserving of trust or confidence

Merry is a dependable friend who can always be relied upon in times of difficulty. 

Caring (adj) 

/ˈkɛrɪŋ/

Kind, helpful and showing that you care about other people

John is a caring individual who goes out of his way to help others. 

Adaptable (adj) /əˈdæptəbl/

Able or willing to change to suit different conditions

Maria is adaptable and can easily adjust to new situations and environments. 

Diplomatic (adj) /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/

Having or showing skill in dealing with people in difficult situations

The diplomatic leader skillfully navigated through challenging negotiations to reach a peaceful resolution. 

Intense (adj) 

/ɪnˈtɛns/

extreme and forceful or (of a feeling) very strong

His intense passion for the project drove him to work tirelessly to achieve success. 

Moody (adj) 

/ˈmuːdi/ 

Having moods that change quickly and often

Tina can be a bit moody, with her emotions fluctuating throughout the day. 

Impulsive (adj)  /ɪmˈpʌlsɪv/

Acting suddenly without thinking carefully about what might happen because of what you are doing

Andrea is an impulsive shopper and often buys things she doesn't need. 

Clingy (adj) 

/ˈklɪŋi/

Needing another person too much

Jessica's clingy behavior can sometimes make it challenging for others to have personal space. 

Oversensitive (adj) /ˌoʊvərˈsɛnsətɪv/ 

Too easily upset or offended

David is oversensitive to criticism, taking even the slightest feedback to heart. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Fire (n) /faɪr/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Warm (adj) 

/wɔrm/

Friendly and loving

Maria has a warm personality that makes everyone feel welcome and comfortable. 

Generous (adj) /ˈdʒɛnərəs/

Willing to give money, help, kindness, etc., especially more than is usual or expected

Tom is incredibly generous, always to share and help those in need. 

Faithful (adj) 

/ˈfeɪθfəl/ 

Staying with or supporting a particular person, organization or belief

Emily is a faithful friend, always supporting me in good and bad times. 

Ambitious (adj) /æmˈbɪʃəs/

Having a strong wish to be successful, powerful, or rich

Jack is ambitious, always striving to achieve his goals. 

Confident (adj) /ˈkɒnfɪdənt/

Feeling sure about your own ability to do things and be successful

Sarah is confident, always approaching challenges with a positive mindset. 

Pretentious (adj) /prɪˈtɛnʃəs/

Trying to appear important, intelligent, etc. in order to impress other people

Jackson is so pretentious that he can't make friends with anyone. 

Stubborn (adj) /ˈstʌbern/

Opposed to change or suggestion

Regardless of what others say, Hubin remains stubborn and unwilling to change his stance. 

Vain (adj) 

/veɪn/

Too proud of your own appearance, abilities or achievements

Lisa is vain, always concerned about her appearance and how others perceive her. 

Domineering (adj) /ˌdɒmɪˈnɪərɪŋ/

Trying to control other people without considering their opinions or feelings

The domineering leader made all decisions without considering input from the rest of the team. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Earth (n) /ɝːθ/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Analytical (adj) /ˌænəˈlɪtɪkəl/

Using a logical method of thinking about something in order to understand it, especially by looking at all the parts separately

John's analytical mind allows him to break down complex problems and find effective solutions.

Practical (adj) /ˈpræktɪkəl/

Behaves in ways that relate more to the realities of the world than to ideas or desires

Sarah is a practical person, always finding efficient ways to approach. 

Reflective (adj) /rɪˈflɛktɪv/

Thinking deeply about things

Mike is a reflective thinker who takes time to consider his actions and decisions. 

Observant (adj) /əbˈzɜːrvɪŋ/

Good or quick at noticing things

Emily is an observant individual, paying attention to details and nuances in her surroundings. 

Helpful (adj) 

/ˈhɛlpfəl/

Willing to help

James is always helpful, willing to lend a hand to those in need. 

Skeptical (adj) /ˈskɛptɪkəl/

Doubting that something is true or useful

Mary is skeptical by nature, often questioning information before accepting it. 

Thoughtful (adj) /ˈθɔːtfəl/

Showing that you think about and care for other people

Mark is a thoughtful friend who considers the feelings and needs of others. 

Inflexible (adj) /ɪnˈflɛksəbl/

Unwilling to change their opinions, decisions, etc., or the way they do things

Despite the changing circumstances, Anna remains inflexible in his decision. 

Cold (adj) 

/koʊld/

Without emotion; not friendly

JK’s cold mood made it difficult for others to approach him. 

Interfering (adj) /ˌɪntərˈfɪrɪŋ/

Involving yourself in an annoying way in other people’s private lives

Jackson is an interfering boy - Who I go out with is none of his business! 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Air (n) /er/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Truthful (adj) 

/ˈtruːθfəl/

Honest and not containing or telling any lies

Merry is an honest person, always honest and straightforward in her communication. 

Beautiful (adj) /ˈbjuːtɪverb/

Very attractive, having beauty

My mother is so beautiful. 

Balanced (adj) /ˈbælänst/

Remains calm and thinks clearly, even in a difficult situation

In the midst of the heated argument, Tom remained balanced, expressing his opinions calmly and respectfully. 

Idealistic (adj) /ˌaɪdiəˈlɪstɪk/

Having a strong belief in perfect standards and trying to achieve them, even when this is not realistic

Alex is idealistic, always envisioning a world where everyone lives in harmony. 

Diplomatic (adj) /ˌdɪpləˈmætɪk/

Having or showing skill in dealing with people in difficult situations

My team leader is so diplomat. He skillfully handled sensitive discussions to maintain progress. 

Superficial (adj) /ˌsuːpərˈfɪʃəl/

Never thinking about things that are serious or important

He's fun to be with, but he's very superficial. 

Vain (adj) 

/veɪn/ 

Too proud of your own appearance, abilities or achievements

Despite his mediocre achievements, he was incredibly vain, constantly boasting about his abilities. 

Indecisive (adj) /ˌɪndɪˈsaɪsɪv/

Not able to make decisions quickly and effectively

Lisa's indecisive nature often leads to delays in decision-making. 

Unreliable (adj) /ˌʌnrɪˈlaɪəbl/

Not to be trusted or depended on

Ms. May is unreliable. She always missed meetings. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Water (n) /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Loyal (adj) 

/ˈlɔɪəl/

Always giving help and encouragement

Mark is a loyal friend who stands by me in both good and bad times. 

Passionate (adj) /ˈpæʃət/

Having or showing strong feelings of enthusiasm for something or belief in something

Sarah is a passionate artist, pouring her heart into every piece of work. 

Resourceful (adj) /rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/

Good at finding ways of doing things and solving problems, etc.

Emily is resourceful, always finding creative solutions to overcome challenges. 

Dynamic (adj) /daɪˈnæmɪk/

Having a lot of energy and a strong personality

Fiona is young and dynamic and will be a great addition to the team. 

Jealous (adj) 

/ˈdʒɛləs/

Feeling angry or unhappy because somebody you like or love is showing interest in somebody else

His jealous nature surfaced when he saw his colleagues receiving recognition for their work. 

Obsessive (adj) /əbˈsɛsɪv/

Unable to stop thinking about something; too interested in or worried about something

Tina's obsessive focus on perfection often hinders her ability to relax and enjoy the moment. 

Suspicious (adj) /səˈspɪʃəs/

Feeling that somebody has done something wrong, illegal or dishonest, without having any proof

Mark became suspicious when he noticed unusual behavior from his coworker. 

Manipulative (adj) /məˈnɪpjələtɪv/

Showing skill at influencing somebody or forcing somebody to do what you want, often in an unfair way

Even as a child, Annie was manipulative and knew how to get her own way. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Fire (n) /faɪr/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Free-spirited (adj) /ˌfriːˈspɪrɪtɪd/

Doing what you want with enjoyment and pleasure, and not feeling limited by the usual rules of social behaviour

Lisa is a free-spirited individual, always seeking new adventures and experiences. 

Philosophical (adj) /ˌfɪləˈsɒfɪkəl/

Not get upset when disappointing or disturbing things happen

Despite the unexpected challenges, he remains fundamental and unaffected by the disruptions. 

Optimistic (adj) /ˌɒptɪˈmɪstɪk/

Expecting good things to happen or something to be successful

Despite challenges, Sarah remains optimistic, believing in positive outcomes. 

Independent (adj) /ˌɪndɪˈpɛndənt/

Not influenced or controlled in any way by other people, events, or things

Emma is an independent woman who values ​​her autonomy and self-reliance. 

Energetic (adj) /ˌen.ɚˈdʒet̬.ɪk/

Having a lot of energy and enthusiasm

James is an encouraging mentor, always motivating others to reach their full potential. 

Unemotional (adj) /ˌʌnɪˈmoʊʃənl/

Not having or expressing strong feelings, often when this is surprising or a bad thing

Even in the face of adversity, she remained unemotional, handling the situation with a calm demeanor. 

Blunt /blʌnt/

Very direct; saying exactly what you think without trying to be polite

John is known for his blunt communication style, always expressing his thoughts and honestly. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Earth (n) /ɝːθ/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Determined (adj) /dɪˈtɜːrmɪnd/

Wanting to do something very much and not allowing anyone or any difficulties to stop you

Despite the challenges, Emily remained determined to achieve her goals. 

Persevering (adj) /ˌpɜːrsɪˈvɪərɪŋ/

Being determined to achieve a particular aim despite difficulties

Mark is a persevering individual who never gives up, even in the face of adversity. 

Practical (adj) /ˈpræktɪkəl/

Behaves in ways that relate more to the realities of the world than to ideas or desires

Sarah is practical and always looks for pragmatic solutions to problems. 

Patient (adj) 

/ˈpeɪʃənt/

Able to accept or tolerate delays, problems, or suffering without becoming annoyed or anxious

James is patient, able to wait calmly for final results. 

Resourceful (adj) /rɪˈsɔːrsfəl/

Good at finding ways of doing things and solving problems, etc.

Tina is resourceful, consistently finding creative solutions to challenges. 

Conceited (adj) /kənˈsiːtɪd/

Too proud of yourself and your actions and abilities

The conceived actor believed he was the best in the industry. 

Distrustful (adj) /dɪˈstrʌst.fəl/

Not trusting someone or something

Due to past experiences, Mark became distrustful of new people in his life. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Air (n) /er/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Knowledgeable (adj) /ˈnɒlɪdʒəbl/

Knowing a lot

Fiona is a knowledgeable expert in her field, always up-to-date with the latest information. 

Serious (adj) 

/ˈsɪəriəs/ 

Sincere about something; not joking or meant as a joke

Despite Mark being superficial, he can be quite serious regarding work.

Insightful (adj) /ɪnˈsaɪtfəl/

Showing a clear understanding of a person or situation

Emily's insightful comments added depth to the conversation. 

Witty (adj) 

/ˈwɪti/

Using words cleverly and funnily

Lona is witty, always quick with clever and humorous remarks. 

Clever (adj) 

/ˈklɛver/

Having or showing the ability to learn and understand things quickly and easily

Timmy is clever, able to solve problems with innovative and intelligent solutions. 

Original (adj) /əˈrɪdʒənl/

Not the same as anything or anyone else and therefore special and interesting

She's a highly original young designer. 

Stubborn (adj) /ˈstʌbən/

Opposed to change or suggestion

Despite the convincing arguments, he remains stubborn and unwilling to change his mind. 

Aloof (adj) 

/əˈluːf/

Not friendly or interested in other people

Brown is often perceived as aloof because he keeps to himself and doesn't socialize much. 

Rebellious (adj) /rɪˈbɛljəs/

Unwilling to obey rules or follow generally accepted standards of behaviour, dress, etc.

Her teachers regard her as a rebel, trouble-making girl. 

Vocabulary, pronunciation

Meaning

Example

Element /ˈel.ə.mənt/ (noun)

Water (n) /ˈwɑː.t̬ɚ/

Characteristics /ˌker.ək.təˈrɪs.tɪk/ (noun)

Compassionate (adj) /kəmˈpæʃənt/

Feeling or showing sympathy and sadness for the suffering or bad luck of others, and wanting to help them

Shari is a compassionate person, always showing empathy and kindness to those in need. 

Adaptable (adj) /əˈdæptəbl/

Able or willing to change in order to suit different conditions

Layla is adaptable, easily adjusting to new situations and challenges. 

Devoted (adj) /dɪˈvoʊtɪd/

Extremely loving and loyal

Mark is a devoted friend, always there to support and help others. 

Imaginative (adj) /ɪˈmædʒɪnətɪv/

Good at thinking of new, original, and clever ideas

Tina is imaginative, constantly coming up with creative ideas and solutions. 

Indecisive (adj) /ˌɪndɪˈsaɪsɪv/

Not able to make decisions quickly and effectively

James can be indecisive, often struggling to make choices quickly. 

Oversensitive (adj) /ˌoʊvərˈsɛnsətɪv/

Too easily upset or offended

Noah is oversensitive, easily affected by even the smallest comments or criticisms. 

Lazy (adj) 

/ˈleɪzi/ 

Not willing to work or use any effort

Despite having tasks to complete, he tends to be lazy and procrastinate. 

Self-absorbed (adj) /ˌsɛlfəbˈzɔrbd/

Only interested in yourself and your own activities

The self-absorbed individual is mainly focused on their own needs and interests.