Earth · Fixed

♉ Taurus

Taurus is traditionally described as steady, practical, comfort-oriented.

Standard dates: April 20–May 20Ruler: VenusSymbol: The Bull

Quick answer: Taurus is a earth sign with a fixed modality. In tropical astrology, its standard date range is April 20–May 20.

Element

Earth

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Modality

Fixed

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Traditional ruler

Venus

What ruling planet means

Traditional meaning

Astrological traditions associate Taurus with qualities such as steady, practical, comfort-oriented. These are interpretive themes rather than scientifically established personality measurements.

Taurus in the zodiac cycle

Taurus occupies one of twelve equal sections in the tropical zodiac. Its combination of the earth element and fixed modality gives it a distinct structural role within the system.

People born near the cusp

The commonly printed range—April 20–May 20—is a convenient calendar guide. The exact moment the Sun enters a sign varies slightly by year and time zone, so people born on a transition date may need a calculated birth chart.

Taurus sign vs. Taurus constellation

The astrological sign is a fixed 30-degree segment of the zodiac. The astronomical constellation is an uneven region of the sky. They share historical names but are not interchangeable.

Common questions

What element is Taurus?

Taurus belongs to the Earth element.

What modality is Taurus?

Taurus is a Fixed sign.

What dates are Taurus?

The standard tropical range is April 20–May 20.