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Sagittarius Zodiac Sign: Dates, Traits & Personality

Sagittarius ♐︎ dates are 22 Nov – 21 Dec. Sagittarius is the explorer always aiming further: optimistic, adventurous and philosophical. In Indian astrology Sagittarius is Dhanu rashi.

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Sagittarius dates22 Nov – 21 DecNovember 22 to December 21
ElementFireMutable
Ruling planetJupiterVedic lord: Jupiter
SymbolThe Archer♐︎
Best matchesAries, Leoand Aquarius, Libra
Lucky colour & dayYellowThursday

Sagittarius dates

People born between 22 Nov – 21 Dec are Sagittarius. Sagittarius is the ninth sign, the mutable fire sign at the end of autumn. Its symbol is the Archer, often shown as a centaur aiming an arrow at the sky. Jupiter, the planet of growth and luck, rules it. The exact start and end shift by a day in some years, so November 22 and December 21 can be cusp birthdays.

Decan 1: November 22 – December 2Sub-ruler Jupiter

Pure Sagittarius: free-spirited, honest and always exploring.

Decan 2: December 3 – December 11Sub-ruler Mars

Mars adds confidence, courage and a competitive edge.

Decan 3: December 12 – December 21Sub-ruler Sun

Sun energy adds warmth, generosity and natural leadership.

Sagittarius personality traits

Sagittarius is optimistic, adventurous and philosophical. You need meaning and movement. Roles with travel, learning and big-picture thinking keep you motivated, while micromanagement and routine make you restless fast.

Sagittarius strengths

  • Optimistic
  • Adventurous
  • Honest
  • Philosophical
  • Funny

Sagittarius weaknesses

  • Restless
  • Blunt
  • Commitment-shy

Sagittarius compatibility

Sagittarius loves freely and with a lot of laughter. You need a partner who is also your travel buddy and best friend, who shares big ideas and never tries to fence you in.

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Sagittarius in love, friendship and family

Sagittarius loves freely and with a lot of laughter. You need a partner who is also your travel buddy and best friend, who shares big ideas and never tries to fence you in.

Sagittarius friends are fun, honest and always planning the next trip. You make people laugh and broaden their horizons.

Sagittarius career and money

You need meaning and movement. Roles with travel, learning and big-picture thinking keep you motivated, while micromanagement and routine make you restless fast. Sagittarius can be generous to a fault and optimistic about money. Travel, education and international work often pay well.

Travel and tourism Teaching and higher education Publishing Law Spirituality International business

Sagittarius health

Sagittarius rules the hips, thighs and liver. Outdoor activity keeps you happy; go easy on excess food and late nights.

Sagittarius in Hindi and Vedic astrology

Sagittarius in Hindi is Dhanu rashi, ruled by Jupiter. In Vedic astrology your rashi usually comes from the Moon, not the Sun, so a Western Sagittarius is often a different rashi. Read today’s Sagittarius horoscope, the Dhanu rashifal in Hinglish, or find your real rashi with your free Kundli.

Sagittarius birthdays

Every date in Sagittarius season, with its own personality profile.

Frequently asked questions

What are the Sagittarius dates?

Sagittarius dates are 22 Nov – 21 Dec. Anyone born in this period has the Sun in Sagittarius; birthdays at the very start or end can be cusp dates.

What is the Sagittarius personality like?

Sagittarius is optimistic, adventurous and philosophical. Strengths: optimistic, adventurous, honest, philosophical, funny. Weaknesses: restless, blunt, commitment-shy.

Who is Sagittarius most compatible with?

Sagittarius is most compatible with Aries and Leo (same element, 92%), then Aquarius and Libra.

What is Sagittarius in Hindi?

Sagittarius is called Dhanu rashi in Hindi. Vedic astrology usually uses the Moon sign as your rashi.

What element and planet rule Sagittarius?

Sagittarius is a mutable fire sign ruled by Jupiter (Vedic lord Jupiter).