HORIZON ASTROLOGY

Western Zodiac Compatibility
Gemini and Taurus

Compatibility overview

In classical Western astrology, signs that are next to each other around the zodiac wheel have quite a poor reputation. But while it is true that firstwest and secondwest may be hesitant or cool towards each other early in their relationship, time can work wonders here. As months or years go by, these two can potentially forge a bond far stronger and more rewarding than they would ever have imagined at the beginning.

Gemini and Taurus - Relationship Horoscope

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Relationships between Gemini and Taurus tend to begin, if they begin at all, slowly.

Signs that are adjacent around the Western zodiac wheel form what is called a Semi-sextile aspect. This is often compared to real life neighbors, who might be expected to have lots in common but in practice tend to be wary or distant towards one another. Gemini's enthusiasm for travel and intellectual ideas is unlikely to hold much initial appeal for the more solid and routine-oriented Taurus, who may think Gemini appears flighty and unreliable. Gemini, on the other hand, can find Taurus' methodical steadiness to be unimaginative and workmanlike, not to mention just plain boring. The respective elements contribute to this early standoffishness.

Gemini is an Air sign, drawn to excitement with a constantly changing, somewhat ephemeral, perspective, whereas Taurus represents the patient, steady development characteristic of Earth. Also, this Semi-sextile connection is one of only two minor aspects (with the Quincunx), which contributes to uncertainty and a possible lack of direction between these signs. Time, however, can work real magic for this relationship.

It may not be apparent immediately, but these signs have a great deal to offer each other. Gemini's sprightliness can be enormously beneficial in shaking Taurus out of their stubbornness and predictable comfort zones, injecting enterprise and adventure into their lives. Taurus' influence can be similarly invaluable, helping to channel Gemini's changeable energy into productive outcomes, and moderating Gemini's occasionally drastic changes of mood. Taurus' Fixed modality centers on real-world accomplishment, which combines perfectly with Gemini's more reflective Mutable energy, with its emphasis on consequences and after-effects. Hence these two can find they are surprisingly at ease collaborating on individual projects, or indeed on building a shared life together.

All in all, despite the likelihood of delays or confusion early on, there is a good chance that in any context these two could develop a potent and enriching connection.

Celebrity Gemini/Taurus Pairings^*

^*Click on the names to see both Western and Chinese zodiac matches for that pairing.

Greg Berlanti and Robbie Rogers (click for attribution/s)

Robbie Rogers (5/12/1987, Taurus Rabbit), Greg Berlanti (5/24/1972, Gemini Rat) : The screenwriter and former professional soccer player married in 2017 and have two children together. Rogers has described: "It happened organically for me, and I just fell in love with him over time. If I’m going to fall for someone, I have to get to know them. I’ve never been much of a one-night-stand person."

Danny Trejo (5/16/1944, Taurus Monkey), Robert Rodriguez (6/20/1968, Gemini Monkey) : The actor and filmmaker have collaborated frequently since Rodriguez cast Trejo in the film Desperado, including on the Spy Kids and Machete movie series. Trejo has described: "I don't think Hollywood would have ever made me a leading man, because, come on, I don't look like Brad Pitt or Leonardo DiCaprio. But it took Robert to say, 'Hey man, not everybody's that pretty!' I've been training for the Machete character for a long time, with every movie."

Andre Agassi and Steffi Graf (click for attribution/s)

Andre Agassi (4/29/1970, Taurus Dog), Steffi Graf (6/14/1969, Gemini Rooster) : The two champion tennis players have been married since 2001 and have two children. In his book, Open, Agassi describes how he initially tried to connect with Graf in 1992, seven years before they eventually became a couple, writing: "I say, 'I'd really love to talk with you some time'. She doesn't respond. She merely smiles, an enigmatic smile, and I can't tell if she's happy about what I've just said, or nervous..."

Natasha Richardson (5/11/1963, Taurus Rabbit), Liam Neeson (6/7/1952, Gemini Dragon) : The famous actors were married for 15 years before Richardson's tragic death in 2009. Speaking of when they acted together on stage in 1993, Neeson said: "I'd never had that kind of an explosive chemistry situation with an actor, or actress...She and I were like [Fred] Astaire and [Ginger] Rogers. We had just this wonderful kind of dance — free dance on stage every night."

Jon Leach (4/18/1973, Aries Ox), Lindsay Davenport (6/8/1976, Gemini Dragon) : The two former professional tennis players married in 2003 and have four children together. Davenport described in 2009: "Truly, I’m the luckiest girl: He’s home by 4:00 p.m. and when he walks through the door, he does everything with my son — and I don’t exaggerate. Any time in the middle of the night, if there’s a cry, he’s always the first one up. I kind of pretend I don’t hear it a lot of the time."