Pisces Zodiac Sign: Personality, Traits and Characteristics
Pisces (Meen) is the last sign of the zodiac and the sign of compassion, imagination and spirituality. Ruled by Jupiter and belonging to the water element, Pisces natives feel what others feel. This guide covers Pisces personality, strengths, career, love, health and compatibility, with a sign character built on compassion and imagination.
Pisces at a glance
- Birth dates (common)
- 19 Feb – 20 Mar
- Ruling planet
- Jupiter
- Element
- Water
- Quality
- Dual
- Symbol
- Two fish
- Lucky colour
- Yellow
- Lucky number
- 3
- Lucky day
- Thursday
- Gemstone (traditional)
- Yellow sapphire
- Body area ruled
- Feet
Pisces personality traits
Pisces natives are gentle, artistic and intuitive. They are generous with time and help, and often drawn to music, art and faith. They can be dreamy and easily influenced, so healthy boundaries matter. Pisces natives are gentle listeners who often understand feelings without needing words. They have rich inner lives, with dreams, art and faith playing a large role. Because they care so much, they benefit from friends who appreciate their kindness and protect it.
Key strengths
- Compassionate and kind
- Creative imagination
- Strong intuition
- Generous and forgiving
Areas to work on
- Escapism
- Being too trusting
- Mood swings
- Poor boundaries with money and time
Career and money
Pisces suit art, music, writing, film, healthcare, counselling, spiritual and charity work, and also teaching. They earn best when they combine creativity with a clear plan, and should keep records of income and spending. At work Pisces prefer meaningful and creative roles, and they often shine in caring professions and the arts. They work best in a supportive environment with a clear structure. Setting a budget and saving regularly helps them manage a variable income.
Love, marriage and compatibility
Pisces love deeply and romantically, and give themselves fully to a relationship. They need a partner who is patient and kind. Pisces natives are romantic dreamers who love with their whole heart. They value tenderness, emotional closeness and a partner who understands their sensitivity. The compatible signs listed below are traditionally seen as good matches for a caring marriage.
Traditionally compatible signs:
Health and wellbeing
Pisces traditionally rules the feet, and their health is closely tied to emotions and sleep. Regular routines, time near water or nature, and avoiding habits used to escape stress support wellbeing. Pisces natives may feel tired when they absorb other people's stress, so rest and personal space are important. Regular sleep, warm meals and gentle activities such as swimming, yoga or music help. Limiting escape habits keeps their health steady.
Tips for Pisces
- Keep a simple budget.
- Say no when you are overloaded.
- Keep a regular sleep routine.
This information is for general guidance and entertainment. Birth dates shown are the common sun-sign ranges; your moon sign is set by your janam kundli. Consult a qualified astrologer before wearing any gemstone, and take health decisions on a doctor's advice.
Frequently asked questions
Which planet rules Pisces?
Pisces is ruled by Jupiter.
What are the element and quality of Pisces?
Pisces is a Water sign with a Dual quality.
What are the lucky colour and number for Pisces?
The lucky colour for Pisces is Yellow and the lucky number is 3.
Which signs are compatible with Pisces?
Cancer, Scorpio, Capricorn are traditionally seen as compatible with Pisces.
What are the birth dates for Pisces?
By the common sun-sign calendar, 19 Feb – 20 Mar. Your moon sign is set by your janam kundli.
What is the Pisces horoscope for today?
Today's Pisces horoscope is on the daily Pisces horoscope page, linked at the top of this guide. It gives short, practical cues on career, money, relationships and health for the day.
Is Meen rashifal the same as Pisces horoscope?
Yes. Meen is the Hindi and Vedic name for Pisces, so Meen rashifal, Pisces rashifal and Pisces horoscope all point to the same sign. In Hindi it is written मीन.
Is the Pisces horoscope based on sun sign or moon sign?
It follows the Vedic (sidereal) moon sign, the Chandra Rashi. Your moon sign depends on where the Moon was at birth, so check your janam kundli. 19 Feb – 20 Mar is only the common sun-sign date range for Pisces.
How often is the Pisces rashifal updated?
A fresh Pisces daily horoscope is published every morning (IST), so check back each day for aaj ka Meen rashifal.
What are the lucky day and gemstone for Pisces?
The lucky day for Pisces is Thursday, and Yellow sapphire is the traditional gemstone. Consult a qualified astrologer before wearing any gemstone.