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You (Rooster)

Earthly Branches
酉、鸡

Definition

You is the tenth Earthly Branch, belonging to Yin Metal, associated with the Rooster zodiac sign, and corresponds to the You Hour (5:00–7:00 p.m.). You Metal represents mid-autumn metal, internally storing Xin Metal; it is refined and sharp in nature, symbolizing precision, aesthetic sense, and eloquence. You is also a Peach Blossom location, indicating strong interpersonal relationships and emphasis on appearance.

How to Find

You Metal is identified from the Earthly Branches of the Four Pillars in a Bazi chart. If You appears in the Year Branch, the native is born in the Year of the Rooster; if You appears in the Day Branch, the Spouse Palace is You Metal. You Metal is strongest during You Month (the eighth lunar month).

Attributes

elementMetal
yinYangYin
zodiacRooster
seasonAutumn
time5:00–7:00 p.m.

Chart Meanings

Year PillarYou Metal in the Year Branch suggests ancestors or elders may have worked in finance or the arts; the native places importance on appearance during youth.
Month PillarYou Metal in the Month Branch indicates strong aesthetic sensibility in career—suitable for professions in finance, design, or related fields.
Day PillarYou Metal in the Day Branch signifies an elegant and refined spouse, though potentially overly critical.
Hour PillarYou Metal in the Hour Branch suggests intelligent, tasteful children and high quality of life in old age.

Combinations

Chen-You Harmonious Combination into MetalChen and You form a harmonious combination transforming into Metal, indicating smooth financial fortune and harmonious marriage.
Mao-You ClashMao and You clash—Metal and Wood contend—leading to emotional instability and requiring attention to liver and gallbladder health.
Si-You-Chou Triple Combination into MetalThe Si-You-Chou triple combination strongly enhances Metal Qi, indicating prosperous financial fortune.

Examples

A person born on a Xin-You Day has You Metal as Friend in the Day Branch, suggesting a refined, tasteful spouse who shares similar values and aspirations.

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