♋ Cancer Zodiac Sign
Cancer is a Water sign ruled by the Moon, for people born roughly between June 21 and July 22. Cancers are gentle, sensitive and protective, shy with strangers but deeply devoted to the people they love.
Cancer personality at a glance
Cancer feels everything deeply. People born under this sign are kind and considerate, think before they act and like to do things carefully. Their moods can change quickly, which can surprise the people around them. They are imaginative and creative, love being at home, and once they set their heart on something, they work hard to get it and then take great care of it.
- Strengths: kindness, loyalty, care, imagination, diligence, saving money
- Challenges: moodiness, shyness, jealousy, being easily hurt, mistrust
The Cancer man
The Cancer man has a soft, sensitive heart. He always thinks before he acts and is careful in everything he does, so he rarely makes mistakes at work, where he can be a real workaholic. He is not a great talker, but he is a deep thinker.
He is very shy in front of crowds and stays alert to what others think of him, sometimes to the point of mistrust. Shyness also means he rarely makes the first move with someone he likes; the other person often has to open the door. He is creative, imaginative, polite and gentle, and he will look after and protect the people he loves. He may spend freely when it helps him look good to others.
The Cancer woman
The Cancer woman is modest and values good traditions. She is a little shy with new people, but once she likes you, she becomes close and wants to be by your side. She is hard-working, patient, thrifty and good at saving, and she gets along well with everyone thanks to her humble nature.
She pays close attention to the people around her, and if she discovers that someone has gossiped about her behind her back, she is deeply hurt and may never trust that person again. She can look bold and decisive, but inside she is more cautious than she appears and feels braver with strong support beside her. She is emotional, easily hurt and affectionate, and she is moved deeply by what she sees around her.
Cancer in love and relationships
Dating a Cancer man: stay calm and good-humoured. His moods go up and down, and answering anger with anger can damage the relationship. He can be very jealous, so patience helps. He may also wait until he feels financially secure before making a big commitment.
Dating a Cancer woman: she does not care how rich or important her partner is; once she chooses someone, she will face every obstacle together with them. She can be jealous, and if you upset her and do not make peace, she is ready to walk away. Once she has promised her love to someone who is faithful and sincere, she is loyal for good.
Cancer FAQ
- What are the Cancer dates?
- Usually June 21 to July 22, shifting by about a day from year to year. Check our zodiac sign calculator if you were born near those dates.
- What is the Cancer element and ruling planet?
- Cancer is a Cardinal Water sign ruled by the Moon, which governs emotions, home and family.
- Why am I Cancer here but Gemini in Thai astrology?
- Thai astrology uses the sidereal zodiac, about 24° behind the tropical zodiac used here, so many Western Cancers are Gemini in the Thai system.