capricorn

Capricorn is the tenth sign of the zodiac in Western astrology. It is a cardinal Earth sign, associated with discipline, practicality, and long-term planning. The Sun transits this sign roughly from December 22 to January 19 each year, placing it in the winter season for the northern hemisphere. The symbol is the sea-goat, a mythological creature with the head and torso of a goat and the tail of a fish.

Capricorn's traditional ruling planet is Saturn. In astronomy, Capricornus is a large constellation in the southern sky and one of the zodiacal constellations. The name Capricornus comes from Latin and means "horned goat."

People born under Capricorn are often described as practical, patient, and ambitious, with a tendency toward organization and steady progress toward long-term goals. They may value tradition and responsibility and can appear reserved or cautious in social settings. In work and public life, Capricorns are commonly portrayed as dependable, goal-oriented, and persistent.

Mythologically, Capricorn is represented by the sea-goat figure, and various legends connect the symbol to sea-goat imagery and the goat-form deity Pan. In modern astrology, Capricorn is used to interpret temperament and patterns in life, although astrology is not supported by empirical scientific evidence.