Aries and Taurus Compatibility

by Lucas Vanderlinden

In this article we break down the astrological compatibility of Aries and Taurus signs, in terms of strengths and challenges in the relationship, romantic compatibility, communication, and more. We give tons of practical insights on how to nourish your relationship and overcome obstacles you’ll likely face.

Recommended: Learn more about yours and your partner’s overall personality, check out our complete guides to Aries and Taurus zodiac signs.

Aries Overview

Sign of the Ram. Aries natives are head-strong, and can be natural leaders. However, their competitive side might get them into trouble!

Ruled by Mars. Mars is the planet of war, explosions, sudden events, and land. Martian individuals are hard-working and self-confident.

A fire sign. Those with an Aries moon are temperamental, passionate, and energetic.

A movable sign. Persons born under this sign are fluid, spontaneous, and fond of change.

A masculine sign. This makes the native aggressive, bold, and thick-skinned.

Core Strengths

• Natural born leaders
• Ambitious and hard-working
• Friendly and caring
• Intelligent

Main Weaknesses

• Overactive — may take on too much and leave things unfinished
• Headstrong and reckless
• Proud and boastful

Taurus Overview

Sign of the Bull. Taurus natives are hard-working, determined, and have a big heart. However, they tend to show partiality to their own group, and can be callous toward outsiders.

Ruled by Venus. Venus is the planet of sensuality, fine food, the arts, and affairs of the home. Venetian individuals are fond of luxury and living the good life.

An earth sign. Those with a Taurus moon are grounded, thoughtful, and calm.

A fixed sign. Persons born under this sign are steady, predictable, and slow to change.

A feminine sign. This makes the native receptive, sensitive, and empathetic.

Core Strengths

• Dutiful and hard-working
• Easy-going
• Thoughtful and contemplative
• Caring and charitable

Main Weaknesses

• Stubborn
• Gullible and overly trusting
• Sensual, prone to addictions

How Aries Approaches Relationships

Aries natives make excellent romantic partners when they see eye-to-eye with their spouse and experience genuine love and trust in the relationship. In fact, they might even become overly submissive out of a desire to please their partner. Ariens should make sure to be honest and open about their personal feelings and needs so that their partner has a chance to properly reciprocate with all that they are putting into the relationship.

How Taurus Approaches Relationships

Taurus natives are loyal and committed partners, and their relationships tend to epitomize the saying “opposites attract.” They just need to keep their stubbornness in check so that it doesn’t come between them and their spouse. They should endeavor to find common values and interests that bring them and their partner together.

Planetary Compatibility

When assessing the compatibility of any two Zodiac signs, one of the first things to look at is the planetary friendships. Aries is ruled by Mars, a planet of youthful energy who loves competition, and Taurus is ruled by Venus, a planet of luxury, sensitivity, and the arts.

Mars and Venus are neutral planets. While they don’t have many core values in common, they will nevertheless be able to appreciate and tolerate each other. They may have to work harder to establish trust and common ground in the relationship than others.

Strengths of the Relationship

Aries and Taurus individuals each bring their unique perspectives to the relationship, and the combination can be very beneficial for both partners. The fiery, impulsive, and energetic nature of Aries can sometimes lead them to make hasty decisions. On the other hand, Taureans are grounded, thoughtful, and patient. A Taurus partner can help their Aries counterpart think through the consequences of important life decisions. Simultaneously, an Aries partner can help bring excitement and passion to the life of their Taurus spouse.

You and your partner appreciate how areas where you may be weak are areas of strength for your partner. By learning from each other, you can both become more well-rounded people. By thus complementing one another’s weaknesses, you can be stronger together than you are as individuals.

One common value both Ariens and Taureans share is their loyalty and commitment to their loved ones. You both take your relationships very seriously, and you are willing to sacrifice your own interests for the sake of your friends and relatives. This mutual commitment is a great asset for the Aries–Taurus relationship.

Challenges in the Relationship

Because Aries and Taurus are ruled by neutral planets — Mars and Venus respectively — there is a risk that both partners may have a difficult time staying invested in the relationship. This may be due to a lack of common interests and values, or it may occur due to difficulties in connecting emotionally or physically.

Due to having different priorities in life, one partner may feel unsupported or unappreciated by the other. For instance, Ariens are very ambitious, and professional success is very important to them. On the other hand, Taureans tend to be self-satisfied by nature, and they are less likely to exert themselves for worldly achievements. These kinds of personality differences can lead one or both partners to misunderstand the other.

Another challenging aspect of the Aries–Taurus relationship is that both partners can be headstrong and unwilling to compromise. When disagreements arise it may be difficult to find a mutually satisfactory resolution, since both partners can be very stubborn.

Romantic Compatibility

Both Aries and Taurus natives are naturally loving and affectionate. Ariens tend to want more spontaneity and adventure in their romantic life, whereas Taureans prefer predictability and stability. Aries partners are likely to want to travel to exotic places or visit exciting and stimulating destinations. Taurus partners are likely to prefer quiet time together in an intimate and private setting. The more you can get to know your partner’s preferences, the more you can find ways to meet both of your unique sets of needs and wants.

Things You Can Do Together

Aries and Taurus natives are both highly intelligent and curious by nature. You and your partner may enjoy visiting museums or historical monuments. You are also likely to enjoy traveling together, provided that the pace of the trip isn’t too fast, since Taureans tend to like to take their time and relax while on vacation.

Both Ariens and Taureans love learning. They can enjoy reading a book together, listening to educational podcasts, or attending classes to acquire a new skill, such as cooking or a foreign language. Aries partners will be better at acquiring new information quickly, but Taurus native are generally better at retaining knowledge over a longer period of time. So if you can both learn to value and appreciate your unique strengths and approaches to different activities, you will be able to find a wide range of enjoyable ways to spend time together.

How Aries and Taurus Communicate

Aries is a friendly, fun-loving sign. They like to joke around. Taurus is more reserved and quiet. They aren’t as talkative as their Aries counterparts. This may make conversation difficult at times, and possibly lead to misunderstandings. For example, the Taurus partner may not always get or appreciate Aries’ jokes. Or the Aries partner may find Taurus to be too serious.

For each sign, there are different strengths and weaknesses. Rather than focusing on what you don’t like about your partner, try to see their strengths. There will inevitably be differences in communication styles between you and your partner. The key is to find respectful ways you and your partner can express yourselves while still staying true to your core values.

Summary and Overall Score

On average Aries and Taurus natives score 66/100.  This makes Aries and Taurus slightly compatible signs. Their strengths may be able to help them overcome the numerous challenges they will face in a partnership.

No two people are perfectly compatible. Thus, there is no such thing as 100/100 compatibility. For Aries, the best score attainable is with a Leo partner, which scores 88/100. The idea is that every relationship requires self-sacrifice, respect, and mutual effort.

Note: Astrological compatibility is a highly nuanced science, and it is always a good idea to get a complete reading from a skilled astrologer to learn about the specifics of your personal chart and your romantic compatibility with your partner.

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