While the planets represent the “what” on a birth chart, the astrological signs represent the “how”. The astrological signs describe qualities and expressions of the nature that they define.
Aries Keywords – I am
Element: Fire
Triplicity: Cardinal
Aries ♈︎ is ruled by Mars. As a Cardinal-Fire sign, in Aries, we see the birth of Impulse.
- Activity
- Action
- Adventure
- Aggression
- Assertiveness
- Combative
- Competitive
- Confident
- Courageous
- Daring
- Forceful
- Impatient
- Impulsive
- Independence
- Initiative
- Loud
- Novelty
- One-sided
- Passionate
- Pioneering
- Rude
- Spontaneous
- Starting
Taurus Keywords – I have
Element: Earth
Triplicity: Fixed
Taurus ♉︎ is ruled by Venus. As a Fixed-Earth sign, in Taurus, we see the birth of the Senses.
- Artistic
- Calm
- Comfort
- Earthy
- Endurance
- Grounded
- Hedonistic
- Inertia
- Lazy
- Natural
- Obstinate
- Patience
- Perseverance
- Practical
- Predictable
- Productive
- Reliable
- Security
- Sensual
- Slow
- Solid
- Stability
- Steady
- Stubborn
- Trustworthy
Gemini Keywords – I think
Element: Air
Triplicity: Mutable
Gemini ♊︎ is ruled by Mercury. As an Air Mutable sign, in Gemini, we see the birth of Thinking.
- Movement
- Adaptable
- Dexterity
- Changeable ideas
- Communicative
- Connections
- Curious
- Diverse interests
- Duplicity
- Smart
- Conversational
- Witty
- Funny
- Multi-faceted
- Gesticulation
- Informative
- Inquisitive
- Intelligent
- Mental agility
- Quick-witted
- Sociable
- Talkative
- Verbal
- Versatility
Cancer Keywords – I need
Element: Water
Triplicity: Cardinal
Cancer ♋︎ is ruled by the Moon. As Water Cardinal, in Cancer, we see the birth of Feeling.
- Attachment
- Caretaker
- Caring
- Comforting
- Cozy
- Emotional
- Empathic
- Family
- Insecure
- Intuitive
- Maternal
- Memory
- Moody
- Nesting
- Nostalgia
- Nurturing
- Retentive
- Protective
- Sensitive
- Sentimental
- Subjectivity
- Vulnerable
Leo Keywords – I express
Element: Fire
Triplicity: Fixed
Leo ♌︎ is ruled by the Sun. As Fixed Fire, in Leo, we see the birth of Creativity.
- Childlike
- Creative
- Determined
- Dignified
- Dramatic
- Entertaining
- Enthusiastic
- Generous
- Joyful
- Magnanimous
- Naive
- Playful
- Pompous
- Majestic
- Loyal
- Self-expression
- Sincere
- Shiny
- Snobbish
- Theatrical
- Warm
Virgo Keywords – I ameliorate
Element: Earth
Triplicity: Mutable
Virgo ♍︎ is ruled by Mercury. As a Mutable-Earth sign, in Virgo, we see the birth of Discernment.
- Analytical
- Careful
- Critical
- Cynical
- Detailed
- Diligent
- Discerning
- Efficiency
- Helpful
- Meticulous
- Modest
- Narrow-minded
- Observant
- Order
- Organized
- Perfectionist
- Practical
- Precise
- Neat
- Routine
- Skeptical
- Self-improvement
- Skillful
- Systematic
Libra Keywords – I ponder
Element: Air
Triplicity: Cardinal
Libra ♎︎ is ruled by Venus. As an Air-Cardinal sign, in Libra, we see the birth of Relationships.
- Aesthetic
- Balance
- Equanimous
- Charm
- Companion
- Compromise
- Conciliation
- Relational
- Cooperation
- Diplomatic
- Elegance
- Fairness
- Graceful
- Harmony
- Indecisive
- Considerate
- Polite
- Reasonable
- In pairs
- Refined
- Sociable
- Tactful
- Vacillating
Scorpio Keywords – I go deep
Element: Water
Triplicity: Fixed
Scorpio ♏︎ is ruled by Mars and Pluto. As a Fixed-Water sign, in Scorpio, we see the birth of Intimacy.
- Deep
- Profound
- Mysterious
- Intense
- Fusional
- Secretive
- Controlling
- Psychological
- Penetrating
- Obsessive
- Passionate
- Hypnotic
- Magnetism
- Turbulent
- Suspicious
- Regeneration
- Extremes
- Intuitive
- Unchangeable
- Resentment
- Repression
- Self-destructive
- Crises
- Dark
- Drama
- Rebirth
Sagittarius Keywords – I understand
Element: Fire
Triplicity: Mutable
Sagittarius ♐︎ is ruled by Jupiter. As a Mutable-Fire sign, in Sagittarius, we see the birth of Exploration.
- Jovial
- Expansive
- Adventurous
- Explorer
- Dogmatic
- Exaggerate
- Preacher
- Frank
- Gullible
- Seeker
- Sporty
- Talkative
- Traveler
- Idealistic
- Honest
- Broad
- Philosophical
- Outspoken
- Outdoorsy
- Optimistic
- Moralistic
- Grand gestures
Capricorn Keywords – I achieve
Element: Earth
Triplicity: Cardinal
Capricorn ♑︎ is ruled by Saturn. As a Cardinal-Earth sign, in Capricorn, we see the birth of Mastery.
- Conservative
- Conventional
- Ambitious
- Pessimism
- Productive
- Reliable
- Responsible
- Career
- Depressive
- Dutiful
- Respectable
- Responsible
- Reserved
- Serious
- Prudent
- Status
- Traditional
- Hard-worker
- Self-mastery
- Quality
- Institutional
- Business
- Ambitious
- Achievement
- Patience
Aquarius Keywords – I know
Element: Air
Triplicity: Fixed
Aquarius ♒︎ is ruled by Uranus and Saturn. As an Air-Fixed sign, in Aquarius, we see the birth of Knowing.
- Objectivity
- Original
- Conceptual
- Progressive
- Opinionated
- Inventive
- Reason
- Reforming
- Revolutionary
- Scientific
- Equality
- Erratic
- Eccentric
- Future-oriented
- Fanatical
- Fellowship
- Free thinking
- Friendly
- Impersonal
- Individual
- Group-oriented
- Innovative
- Ingenious
- Inflexible
- Unconventional
- Unpredictable
- Solidarity
- Rational
Pisces Keywords – I believe
Element: Water
Triplicity: Mutable
Pisces ♓︎ is ruled by Neptune and Jupiter. As a Mutable-Water sign, in Pisces, we see the birth of Faith.
- Merging
- Inclusion
- Compassionate
- Oneness
- Elusive
- Empathic
- Confused
- Receptive
- Illusion
- Imaginative
- Impressionable
- Inspiration
- Kind
- Malleable
- Mediumship
- Transcendent
- Vague
- Psychic
- Mysticism
- Dreamer
- Escapist
- Gentle
- Immoral
- Deceptive
- Nebulous
You might also find useful Planets Astrological Keywords
My books
Available readings
Audio and written astrology readings (birth chart, solar return, synastry, planetary transits, etc).
Explore by topic
YouTube → @PaulaLustembergAstrology
Instagram → @paulalustemberg
Substack → Paula Lustemberg | Astrological Chronicles