Capricorn Personality: December 22 - January 19

astrology — The symbol for Capricorn, the tenth sign of the astrological year, is the Goat. Numerology Sign/Flickr (CC By 2.0)

Capricorn is the tenth sign of the astrological year and is known by its astrological symbol, the Goat. Capricorn individuals are controlled, conscientious, and practical. With Saturn as the ruling planet, people born under this sign are self-disciplined and hard-working. They are highly efficient and dedicated to becoming a success.

Below you’ll find general characteristics for the Capricorn man, woman, child, lover, and friend. At the bottom of this page, you’ll find links to articles with detailed personality profiles for every day that falls under the Capricorn sign. Read on to see if the characteristics ring true for you or the Goat in your life.

Contents

The Capricorn Man
The Capricorn Woman
The Capricorn Child
The Capricorn Lover
The Capricorn Friend
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The Capricorn Man

The Capricorn man will often conceal things about his life for little reason. Being defensive comes naturally; he is afraid that if he allows himself to be open, he will be exposed. This is why he seems so serious. With those he trusts he shows his wicked sense of humor and good nature. He is principled, though he keeps his beliefs and philosophy to himself. Capricorn men are often devoted to their career, which can make them seem distant regarding family responsibilities.

The Capricorn Woman

Capricorn women have a cool, standoffish charm. Elegant and glacial, they may seem unapproachable. Actually, this is a mask to hide their vulnerability. Capricorn individuals are afraid of "losing face." They fear criticism and can't abide being forced to be self-critical. This woman is competitive, though she is usually more interested in besting her own efforts than those of rivals. If she is not involved in an outside career, she will turn her home into a career. She is a good, if overly strict, mother and expects the best from her children.

The Capricorn Child

Capricorn children usually seem to be miniature adults who are serious and a bit world-weary. Although smart, they may lag behind other children developmentally. They may have a fear of trying particular skills because they are afraid to fail. For them to succeed, parents must be gentle and supportive. As he or she grows, so grows the confidence. They have leadership skills that can be helpful in adjusting to this phase of their development.

The Capricorn Lover

The Capricorn lover may seem cautious and a bit cold but can be downright naughty! Capricorns' biggest problem is confidence. They always worry that a love interest will prove faithless. Capricorns respond well to domestic life because it provides stability. Once they fall in love and commit, the typical Capricorn is unlikely to jeopardize the union. They place great importance on personal happiness.

The Capricorn Friend

Although they may seem to lack many traits that attract friendship, Capricorn men and women make loyal and caring friends. Because they love stability, Capricorn men and women gain something special from long-term friendships.

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Capricorn FAQ

What kind of person is a Capricorn?

People born under the sign of Capricorn are said to be generally controlled, conscientious and practical. They are also self-disciplined, hard-working, highly efficient and dedicated to becoming a success.

What signs do Capricorns not get along with?

The signs that Capricorn get along with are considered to be Taurus, Virgo, Scorpio and Pisces. On the other hand, Aries and Libra are the least compatible signs with Capricorn.

What is the personality of a Capricorn female?

Despite a cool, standoffish charm and elegance, Capricorn females often appear to be unapproachable as they are afraid of "losing face." They are competitive, dedicated and usually fear criticism.

Are Capricorn females controlling?

Capricorn females tend to be controlling as they know what they want and cannot settle for any less. In their domestic lives, Capricorn females are usually overly strict mothers who expect the best from their children.