♑︎ Capricorn: zodiac sign meaning

The Sea-Goat · Earth · Cardinal · ruled by Saturn

By The Crystal Moonlight team · Published 27 October 2026

Capricorn is the 10th sign of the zodiac, a cardinal earth sign ruled by Saturn. The Sun is in Capricorn for people born roughly 22 December – 19 January, but every planet in your chart can be in Capricorn, and each one shows a different side of the sign.

What does Capricorn mean for your Sun, Moon and rising sign?

Sun in Capricorn · The Strategist

With the Sun in Capricorn you are ambitious, disciplined and patient. You think in years, not days, and you are willing to climb slowly to reach the top. Responsibility comes naturally to you, and others trust you to deliver.

Moon in Capricorn · Your emotional needs

With the Moon in Capricorn you keep your feelings under careful control. You feel safest when life is structured and you are in charge of your own path. You are reliable and strong, and you may find it hard to ask for help.

Capricorn rising · The Professional

With Capricorn rising you meet the world with poise and self-control. People see you as serious, capable and mature, someone they can trust with responsibility. You may seem reserved at first, with a dry wit that shows over time.

What does each planet mean in Capricorn?

What are the key facts about Capricorn?

Dates (Sun)	22 December – 19 January
Symbol	The Sea-Goat
Element	Earth
Mode	Cardinal
Ruler	Saturn
Polarity	Receptive (yin)
Opposite sign	Cancer
Natural house	10th house
Body	Knees, bones and skin
Gemstone	Garnet
Colour	Charcoal and brown