Masculine and Feminine Zodiac Signs: Which Is Yours?

If you love reading your horoscope, you might already know about zodiac elements and modalities,  but did you know that there are also masculine and feminine signs?

We didn’t find out this fact ourselves until recently. Want to find out whether your sign is masculine or feminine, and what that might say about you? Keep reading to find out.

What Does It Mean?

What does it even mean for a zodiac sign to be masculine or feminine? It’s less to do with maleness or femaleness and more to do with the spiritual concepts of each type of energy. Masculine and feminine refers to how these signs relate to the world and deal with situations, rather than whether you, yourself, are masculine or feminine. It’s broken up by the zodiac elements. Fire and air signs are considered masculine (active, or yang), while earth and water signs are considered feminine (receptive, or yin).

Masculine and Feminine Zodiac Signs at a Glance

The masculine zodiac signs are Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius. The feminine zodiac signs are Taurus, Cancer, Virgo, Scorpio, Capricorn and Pisces.

The Masculine Signs

Fire signs: Aries (March 21 – April 19), Leo (July 23 – Aug. 22) and Sagittarius (Nov. 22 – Dec. 21)

Air signs:  Gemini (May 21 – June 20), Libra (Sep. 23 – Oct. 22) and  Aquarius (Jan. 20 – Feb. 18)

Those born under masculine fire and air signs are said to be prone to taking action. They’re shakers and doers, and are often defined by their relationships with others and how people see them. They tend to be impulsive, acting before they fully think things through, and they’re constantly on the move.

When these signs see something they dislike in the world, they actively work toward changing it. In fact, they thrive on change, and can be adaptable in an environment that’s constantly shifting. They’re direct with people, and always speak their mind. However, they can also have a difficult time getting in touch with their emotions, and don’t always understand or have the greatest empathy for others. They have a tough time seeing from perspectives other than their own.

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The Feminine Signs

Earth signs: Taurus (April 20 – May 20), Virgo (Aug. 23 – Sep. 22) and Capricorn (Dec. 22 – Jan. 19)

Water signs: Cancer (June 21 – July 22), Scorpio (Oct. 23 – Nov. 21) and  Pisces (Feb. 19 – March 20)

Those born under feminine earth and water signs are more focused on what’s happening on the inside. They’re inwardly reflective, with a strong inner strength and a powerful understanding of their emotions and feelings. They feel things strongly, reacting with their emotions and thinking about an issue before they can address it properly.

They tend to worry about the consequences of their actions. They tend to be patient, analyzing situations, deliberating and seeing how things pan out before they act. They find that situations often resolve themselves when they just step back and observe. They can also be careful in their interactions with others, as they’re sensitive and care a great deal about the feelings of other people. They know that things aren’t up to them, and are flexible in most situations. They live their lives in an orderly way, avoiding chaos wherever possible.

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Is Your Sign Masculine or Feminine? Sign by Sign

Is Aries masculine or feminine?

Aries is a masculine fire sign. It’s bold, direct and always first to jump into action.

Is Taurus masculine or feminine?

Taurus is a feminine earth sign. It’s steady, patient and happiest when things feel calm and comfortable.

Is Gemini masculine or feminine?

Gemini is a masculine air sign. It’s curious, chatty and quick to adapt when things change.

Is Cancer masculine or feminine?

Cancer is a feminine water sign. It’s sensitive and protective, and it leads with emotion.

Is Leo masculine or feminine?

Leo is a masculine fire sign. It’s confident and expressive, and it isn’t afraid to take the lead.

Is Virgo masculine or feminine?

Virgo is a feminine earth sign. It’s observant and careful, and it likes to think things through before acting.

Is Libra masculine or feminine?

Libra is a masculine air sign. It’s social and relationship-focused, and it’s often defined by how it connects with others.

Is Scorpio masculine or feminine?

Scorpio is a feminine water sign. It’s intense and private, with a strong inner world.

Is Sagittarius masculine or feminine?

Sagittarius is a masculine fire sign. It’s adventurous and blunt, and it’s always up for a change of scenery.

Is Capricorn masculine or feminine?

Capricorn is a feminine earth sign. It’s disciplined and patient, and it works steadily toward its goals.

Is Aquarius masculine or feminine?

Aquarius is a masculine air sign. It’s independent, thrives on change and isn’t shy about speaking its mind.

Is Pisces masculine or feminine?

Pisces is a feminine water sign. It’s intuitive and empathetic, and it picks up on the feelings around it.

Masculine and Feminine Zodiac Signs FAQ

What does masculine vs. feminine mean in astrology?

In astrology, masculine signs have active, outward-facing energy (often called yang), while feminine signs have receptive, inward-facing energy (often called yin).

Does a masculine or feminine zodiac sign relate to gender?

No. It describes a sign’s energy and how it approaches the world, not whether you’re a guy or a girl.

Which zodiac signs are masculine?

The masculine signs are the fire and air signs: Aries, Leo, Sagittarius, Gemini, Libra and Aquarius.

Which zodiac signs are feminine?

The feminine signs are the earth and water signs: Taurus, Virgo, Capricorn, Cancer, Scorpio and Pisces.

Can you be both masculine and feminine in astrology?

Yes. In astrology, your sun, moon and rising signs can all be different, so you can have both masculine and feminine placements in your chart.

Eager to learn more about your sign? Read our guide to cardinal, fixed and mutable signs to find out what yours reveals about you.