Dating compatibility of a capricorn and aquarius?

12/12/24 9:51am

Hi all, I'm an Aquarius (m) and have gone on a couple dates with this really cool Capricorn (f). I've heard that we can be super compatible with each other but we might also butt heads and run into some issue if we start taking it more seriously. Any other people out there know what to expect from this combo and want to offer some advice on what to do?

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Kyle Thomas
Astrologer

03/26/25 11:49pm

Capricorn and Aquarius share a traditional ruler, Saturn, which can help them understand structures and responsibilities. However, their differences are significant. Capricorn, as a cardinal earth sign, values stability, long-term planning, and tradition. Aquarius, ruled by both Saturn and Uranus, is more eccentric, innovative, and freedom-loving. Capricorns may prefer conventional relationships, while Aquarians might lean toward more open, unconventional dynamics. The challenge here lies in communication—Capricorn's reserved nature versus Aquarius's desire for intellectual stimulation. If they can appreciate each other's perspectives and communicate effectively, they can build something strong. If not, they may struggle to connect.

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Stina Garbis
Psychic Astrologer

12/13/24 10:08am

You need to become part of Capricorn's close circle. They do not socialize well outside of their few close companions and they love these people dearly and naturally miss them. However, do know that Capricorn is not generally a “mushy” sign, they are more practical about the people they love. They care about life’s necessities, and they are concerned if you are prepared for emergencies.

As an Aquarius, you have to give yourself some space to think and have time to process dealing with life. It would be good for you each to have your own passions, hobbies and pursuits to keep you from being so focused on the relationship. Ideally, she can maintain a life of her own to prove that she's a high-quality, self-sufficient and confident person that doesn't need you to always pick up the pieces or dictate how you live your life.

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WikiAxolotlRunner633

12/13/24 8:11pm

Hi, fellow Aquarius here! As you probably already know, it can take Aquariuses some time to open up to and trust new people. Capricorns also take time to get comfortable with others, but once they do form a bond with you, they're staunchly loyal. If you want your relationship to be built on a solid foundation, I'd recommend being patient with each other and taking the relationship slow so you can really get a chance to know each other. That's what I did with my girlfriend, and I feel like resisting the tempatation to rush into things helped make our relationship strong.

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WikiZebraSlinger278

12/14/24 3:29pm

I'm a Capricorn in a relationship with an Aquarius and something that I appreciate about our relationship is that it's easy for us to communicate with each other. I'm more of a problem solver than he is, but he's more creative than I am, so we help each other see points of views we otherwise wouldn't have. We complement each other well.

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Anonymous WikiZebra

01/26/25 10:22pm

I’m a Capricorn (f) and my partner of 12 years is an Aquarius (M). We’ve had a lot of bumps in the road with communication over the years. I’m a typical Capricorn I need clear communication and reassurance whereas he is carefree and blahzay about most things which I can find frustrating. We’ve had to learn our own communication technique for our relationship over the years which has strengthened and improved our relationship. Love and caring for one another was never a problem, and neither was chemestry, which is why I think that regardless of the arguments we stayed together and worked through it. I’m a lot more relaxed now (which is best for an Aquarius) and as a result he is more attentive (which better for a Capricorn).

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Anonymous WikiFox

02/24/25 8:17pm

I'm an Aquarius and I'm very independent. My boyfriend is a Capricorn and before I understood where Capricorns are coming from I felt restricted by him. I like having my freedom and having control over what my day looks like so it took some adjusting for me to reign myself in a little because stability is important to my boyfriend and it was hard for him to work with a schedule that I was changing all the time to suit my own needs. Now we compromise and it works well.

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