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Born in 1998: the Earth Tiger (戊寅) in Korean Saju
1998 is a Earth Tiger year — 戊寅 in the 60-year cycle.
Tigers are brave, independent and full of energy. They protect the underdog and hate being told what to do.
Earth years shape people who hold things together — stable, practical and loyal.
In Korean Saju the year starts at Ipchun (입춘), not on January 1. In 1998 Ipchun fell on February 4, 1998, 09:54 (Korea time, 00:54 UTC). Born before that? Your animal is the the Ox.
- Sound element (納音)
- Earth on the City Wall — protective — a person others lean on
In 2026 people born in 1998 turn 28.
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.