Capricorn zodiac sign: dates, traits and meaning

Capricorn symbolizes ambition, structure and endurance – climbing steadily toward a goal. It is associated with responsibility, discipline and dry humor.

Capricorn naturally takes the long view and measures progress in years. Rest, play and accepting help are the counterweights it often has to learn.

Capricorn as Sun, Moon and rising sign

Sun in Capricorn

A Capricorn Sun tends to play the long game. You may set goals carefully, take responsibility seriously and enjoy seeing effort turn into something lasting. Your reliability earns quiet respect; the growth edge is resting without feeling you have to earn it first.

Moon in Capricorn

With the Moon in Capricorn, you may handle feelings privately and practically, preferring to deal with them rather than dwell on them. Emotional security often comes from structure, competence and knowing what comes next. Your care tends to show through dependable action.

Capricorn rising

A Capricorn rising often makes a composed, capable and slightly serious first impression. People may assume you are older or more in control than you feel. You tend to approach new situations with caution and a clear sense of purpose.

Compatibility by element

As an earth sign, Capricorn tends to feel aligned with Taurus and Virgo and warmed by water signs (Scorpio, Pisces). Opposite Cancer balances public goals with private roots. Look at whole charts for compatibility.

When the Sun enters Capricorn

The Capricorn constellation

Tropical Capricorn begins at the December solstice point (270°), when the Sun reaches its southernmost position.