Capricorn: Dates, Horoscope, Compatibility & More

Co-authored by Stina Garbis and Caroline Heiderscheit

Last Updated: January 18, 2024 Approved

Capricorn is your friendship roster's MVP, the boss, the hardest worker you know. Beneath this knight's shining armor, you'll find a loving, loyal heart (but that's a secret—don't tell!). You may think you know them, but there's always more to a Capricorn's story than meets the eye. So, what are they like in love? Who is Cap's soulmate? There's tons to discover, and luckily, we've done the hard work for you. For everything you need to know about Capricorn, read our complete guide below.

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What is a Capricorn?

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Capricorn is the tenth of twelve astrological signs. This zodiac falls between the sun signs of Sagittarius and Aquarius. ^{[1]
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Research source} It’s an earth sign, meaning that people born under this sign are thought to be practical and stable. Capricorn is also a cardinal sign, meaning that these people are typically energetic go-getters. Most Capricorns are:
- Ambitious: Capricorns are the trailblazers in your life.
- Disciplined: They're the hardest workers in the room.
- Grounded: Capricorns' decisions are guided by logic, not emotions.
- Responsible: They take care of everyone around them.
- Loyal: If a Capricorn is in your corner, you've got an ally you can trust.

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Capricorn Fast Facts

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- Capricorn Season: Winter
- Element: Earth
- Color: Charcoal grey and brown
- Capricorn Symbol: Sea Goat ^{[2]
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- Ruling Planet: Saturn
- Celebrities: Michelle Obama, Timothée Chalamet, Zooey Deschanel, FKA Twigs, Zayn Malik, Dolly Parton, and Denzel Washington
- Birthstones: Garnet

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Capricorn Dates

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If your birthday falls between December 22nd and January 19th, your sun sign is Capricorn.

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Who are Capricorns compatible with?

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Taurus and Capricorn. Safety, authenticity, and routine—these are the three pillars of the Taurus-Capricorn dream team. In each other’s arms, familiar insecurities melt away. A Taurus doesn’t stress over their emotional range and a Capricorn never has to fear mislabels like “boring” or “cold.” As perhaps the two hardest workers in the zodiac, with their pooled efforts, no home improvement project, triathlon, or cocktail party stands a chance. This couple will go to the mat for each other again and again. Capricorn and Taurus know that with a soulmate-level connection like this, it’s energy well spent.
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Pisces and Capricorn. A Capricorn and Pisces pairing brings “opposites attract” to an entirely new level. While a Cap values dependability and logistical prowess, a Pisces offers warmth, flexibility, and spontaneity. ^{[3]
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Expert Interview. 10 December 2021.} In love, these two are fire and ice. They’ll enjoy challenging each other, molding each other, and meeting in the middle. Their dynamic would probably feel more chaotic than cohesive if it weren’t for their shared love of loyalty. Both Capricorn and Pisces are the type to dig their heels in for the people they care about. Because of this, they’ll each feel safe enough to let their guards down and truly learn from one another.
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Scorpio and Capricorn. Capricorn and Scorpio set the standard for twin flames. As the two most intense, driven signs in the zodiac, they’ll delight in finally finding someone as power-hungry…er, ambitious as they are. On the flip side, their emotional natures are actually pretty different—but still undoubtedly complementary. A Scorpio will teach Capricorn to lean into their emotions when their instincts urge them to turn away, while a Capricorn can remind a Scorpio that no, not everything needs to feel like the end of the world. We should all admire this love match as much as we fear them; a Capricorn-Scorpio couple is top-tier take-over-the-world material.

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Who are Capricorns not compatible with?

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Aries and Capricorn. Sparks will be in no short supply with these two, but compromise probably will be. There are tons they’ll love about each other—enthusiasm, strength, and resilience. But when no argument goes unamplified, blowups and grudges will definitely end up on the docket. These two may find that the #1 thing they have in common is also their #1 challenge: stubbornness. If Capricorn and Aries can see past their desire to win and instead, focus on what they value in one another, this pairing can totally work.
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Libra and Capricorn. These two will admire one another’s beauty and style, but ultimately, understanding one another will be a challenge. Libra flits from one excitement to the next, afraid of standing still and thinking twice. Capricorn, on the other hand, is the master of delayed gratification; they believe steadiness and scrupulousness are the spice of life. These two will confuse each other, and at times, may even feel they’re holding one another back. But through compromise, all pairings are possible. If Libra can lean in and Capricorn can loosen the reins, these two crazy kids can make it work.
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Gemini and Capricorn. Capricorn will find Gemini’s mind fascinating, and Gemini will admire Cap’s grace, wit, and presence. But when it comes to emotional connection, this couple’s fire may go unstoked (before fizzling out completely). Typically, these two signs will rely on their partners to do the heavy lifting when it comes to emotional intimacy. So together, it may feel like the blind leading the blind. ^{[4]
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Expert Interview. 10 December 2021.} You’d never want to miss a cocktail party hosted by this refined, intellectual duo, but you may not want to foot their therapy bill, either. But don’t give up hope just yet! If you two find a way to connect on a deeper level, a Capricorn-Gemini couple can work things out.