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Born in 1974: the Wood Tiger (甲寅) in Korean Saju
1974 is a Wood Tiger year — 甲寅 in the 60-year cycle.
Tigers are brave, independent and full of energy. They protect the underdog and hate being told what to do.
Wood years shape people who grow and plan — idealistic, kind and focused on the future.
In Korean Saju the year starts at Ipchun (입춘), not on January 1. In 1974 Ipchun fell on February 4, 1974, 13:57 (Korea time, 04:57 UTC). Born before that? Your animal is the the Ox.
- Sound element (納音)
- Water of the Great Stream — strong current — ambitious and moving
In 2026 people born in 1974 turn 52.
Tiger in 2026
Your animal is in the same triad as this year's animal. Your group's energy is strong — teamwork, popularity and good timing are on your side.
Tiger in 2027
Your animal has a calm relationship with this year's animal: no big storms. Results depend on your own plan — a good year to build steadily.