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Cancer and Sagittarius compatibility: What to know about the 2 signs coming together

Where adventure meets nurturing.

Sagittarius and Cancer will find each other fascinating. The key is to keep the fascination brewing.

The signs have different traits at face value. Sagittarius, a fire sign, is outgoing, bold and optimistic. Cancer, a water sign, is reserved, moody and nurturing.

But give it some time and effort, and the two can help each other become better people. Sagittarius will coax Cancer out of their shell and Cancer will be a stabilizing and nurturing force for the zodiac's wild child. But beware: Sagittarius could easily hurt Cancer's sensitive feelings with their blunt comments. Here's what to know in terms of their astrological compatibility.  

All about Cancer and Sagittarius: The basics

Cancer

Dates: Approximately June 21 to July 22

Element: Water 

Modality: Cardinal 

Planetary ruler: The moon 

Represented by: The crab

Famous Cancers: Selena Gomez, Khloé Kardashian, Sylvester Stallone, Ariana Grande, Elon Musk, Sandra Oh, Tom Cruise, Tia and Tamera Mowry, Solange Knowles, Kevin Hart, Meryl Streep, Prince William, Margot Robbie 

Sagittarius

Dates: Approximately Nov. 22 to Dec. 21

Element: Fire

Modality: Mutable

Planetary Ruler: Jupiter

Represented by: The archer

Famous Sagittarians: Brad Pitt, Samuel L. Jackson, Taylor Swift, Amanda Seyfried, Jay Z, Christina Aguilera, Nicki Minaj, Britney Spears, Miley Cyrus, Zoë Kravitz, Ben Stiller, Jake Gyllenhaal, Scarlett Johansson 

Cancer and Sagittarius personalities 

Cancer

As the homebody of the zodiac, Cancers take pride in making people feel at ease — but they don’t let everyone into their inner circle. Luckily, once they trust someone, they’re in for good. Cancers’ intuition is their compass; they might not know why they feel a certain why, but they know to trust their guts. Cancers are deep feelers and are in search of relationships that give their lives meaning. In terms of friendship, Cancers will always support those they love — even taking on the emotional baggage of their besties. They don’t need words to know what’s goin on.

Sagittarius

Sagittarians are exceptionally fun and always up for a good laugh. They’re socially active, which makes sense: They’re usually instantly beloved and welcome in any room they find themselves in. While they generally skew happy-go-lucky, they still have that temper that characterizes fire signs. This temper flares when they meet someone close-minded, mean or negative. They love getting lost in a new area of interest or a conversation. Sometimes, this makes them easily distracted, but their confidence usually masks their lack of clarity. 

Overall Cancer-Sagittarius compatibility

Sagittarius and Cancer might clash — but they will be rewarded with a fun life if they can make it through emotional ebbs and flows. We'll be honest: Sagittarius' free-spirited, blunt personality is at odds with Cancer's homebody and sensitive demeanor. Sagittarius wants an adventure but not necessarily in the form of Cancer's mood swings. But ask any Cancer, and they'll tell you they have an inner party animal that only comes out in the right environment, which Sagittarius could provide. Sagittarius will appreciate Cancer's loving ways. With mutual respect, loyalty, and admiration for what each brings to the table they can thrive for a very long time.

Friendship

Friendship between a Sagittarius and Cancer is an intriguing blend of emotion and adventure. Sagittarius will want to show Cancer new experiences while Cancer provides Sagittarius with comfort and understanding. Different on paper, they may disagree on how they communicate with one another. They make the friendship work by focusing on one another’s strengths. It also helps that both these signs value loyalty.

Romance

When a Sagittarius and Cancer fall in love, they will be consumed by a sense of adventure. Sagittarius sparks excitement into Cancer’s life. In turn, Cancer will offer comfort and nurture Sagittarius. These two share a lot of passion in the bedroom but have the potential to disagree on matters outside of it. They have to lead with patience and kindness and take a breath before speaking. This romance has potential to evolve into a full-on fulfilling relationship that celebrates adventure and intimacy. 

Marriage

This dynamic partnership between Sagittarius and Cancer is one of emotional depth and adventure. It is exciting and optimistic thanks to Sagittarius but is also stable and nurturing thanks to Cancer. Sagittarius wants to see Cancer grow and Cancer wants to provide a home that Sagittarius can come home to after spreading their wings. Both these signs are sensual so they should continue to stoke that connection.

Colleagues

Sagittarius and Cancer shouldn't rule each other out in the workplace. Yes, Cancer might get miffed at Sagittarius's brash ways and Sagittarius might wish Cancer moved a bit faster. The best thing these two can do is sit down and make a plan that benefits them both.

Famous Sagittarius And Cancer Couples:

Meryl Streep (Cancer) and Don Gummer (Sagittarius)

Tom Cruise (Cancer) and Katie Holmes (Sagittarius)

Thomas Sadoski (Cancer) and Amanda Seyfried (Sagittarius)

Chris Pratt (Cancer) and Katherine Schwarzenegger (Sagittarius)