At first glance, Taurus and Sagittarius may feel like an odd pairing, but their ruling planets beg to differ. ICYDK, in astrology, each zodiac sign is associated with a ruling planet that governs over the sign, influencing them and explaining some of their personality traits. Taurus is ruled by sensual, pleasure-seeking Venus and Sagittarius is ruled by expansive, can’t-soak-up-enough-knowledge Jupiter.
In astrology, Venus and Jupiter are both known as what astrologers call “benefics”—basically, that means they’re two of the luckiest planets in the sky. And you can definitely see that in a Taurus/Sagittarius couple. So while, sure, there are some necessary adjustments for a homebody Taurus to find balance with a I-want-to-try-a-new-restaurant-every-night-and-travel-every-weekend Sagittarius, they are both gifted with an innate sense of optimism.
The Taurus Basics
Dates: April 20 to May 20
Element: Earth
Modality: Fixed
Ruler: Venus
Represented by: The bull
Famous Tauruses: Robert Pattinson, Megan Fox, Kelly Clarkson, Cher, Penelope Cruz, Channing Tatum, Gigi Hadid, Adele, Kehlani, Noah Centineo, Lana Condor, Jessica Alba, Sabrina Carpenter, Rami Malek, Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson, Travis Scott, Sam Smith
The Sagittarius Basics
Dates: November 22 to December 21
Element: Fire
Modality: Mutable
Ruler: Jupiter
Represented by: The archer
Famous Sagittariuses: Taylor Swift, Britney Spears, Zoë Kravitz, Hailey Bieber, Nicki Minaj, Billie Eilish, Miley Cyrus, Jake Gyllenhaal, Brad Pitt, Scarlett Johnasson, Jay-Z, Amanda Seyfried, Tyra Banks, Madelyn Cline, Tiffany Haddish, Janelle Monae
Taurus and Sagittarius: Personality Traits
At first glance, these two signs don’t have much in common. Taurus is known for being level-headed, practical, and steady—they’re the friend you always turn to for advice, and the coworker you always want on your team. Sagittarius, on the other hand, is known for their adventurous spirit and their curious minds. They’re so focused on the big ideas that sometimes they can lose track of the day-to-day details.
However, sometimes you just *click* with people who are totally different from you, and Taurus and Sagittarius can sometimes bring out the best in each other. Taurus can help Sagittarius be more grounded, and Sagittarius can encourage Taurus to leave their home and get on a plane once in a while. Both signs also share a love of learning and they value the ~finer things in life~.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Friendship Compatibility
This cosmic duo certainly knows how to have a good time. Indulgence is the name of the game when a Taurus and Sagittarius team up. Taurus is no stranger to treating themselves, all day, any day, and Sagittarius is always looking for a wild ride. When these two get together as friends, they can certainly encourage one another’s vices. But in moderation, they know how to have a good time and keep the fun times rolling. Another plus: Sagittarius is a mutable sign and doesn’t take anything too personally, so they’re totally fine when Taurus is ready to ditch the party early without even waving a single goodbye. In fact, social Sag is onto their next bestie and can respect that Taurus needs to recharge solo.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Sexual Compatibility
Sex between a Taurus and Sagittarius will require adjustment and understanding. Typically, Taurus likes to stick with what’s familiar in the bedroom and because, well, they’re sensual beings and have it down to a science. In their minds, there’s no need to improvise when you know how to use your hands the way they do. Sagittarius, on the other hand, needs constant stimulation and new experiences to keep things from getting too static. This pair will need to find a balance between their favorite go-to positions and tapping into their adventurous sides when it comes to getting between the sheets.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Relationship Compatibility
What’s one word that first comes to mind when you hear Taurus? Stability. And Sagittarius? Variety. These two zodiac signs have different fundamental needs. But truly, there is no such thing as bad compatibility in astrology—it’s all about working toward self-awareness and compromise. Taurus will need some sense of stability in the relationship, but that doesn’t mean that they’ll automatically lean into possessive tendencies and track Sag’s phone. Sharing some semblance of a schedule can work wonders—like just knowing ahead of time that on Wednesday and Fridays, their Sag partner likes to hit happy hour with co-workers. For Sagittarius, their freedom cannot be questioned or messed with. They will need a Taurus partner who is understanding that Sagittarius soaks up life experiences by trying new things, but that doesn’t mean this duo has to do everything together. As long as there is trust and a solid foundation, this pair can make it work while Sag hits the town and Taurus cooks a sweet and warm meal for them to come home to post-happy hour.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Marriage Compatibility
When it comes to marriage or long-term commitment, these two might actually be closer to the same page than you might think. Neither zodiac sign is eager to rush into marriage—their reasoning is different, but they can share that mutual respect. Taurus likes to take their time, asking themselves, Is my partner someone who is deserving of my nurturance and care? Is this someone who I can rely on? Have they seen me at my worst and still accept and love me? This isn’t the sort of checklist you can rush. And Sagittarius can be hard to pin down. They’re eager to live and love life, and planning nuptials is closer to the bottom of their bucket list. To solidify an everlasting love, this couple will need to be open-minded, patient, and able to balance independence and extended sessions of Netflix and chill.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Communication Compatibility
Communication is one big area where these two can clash. Sagittarius has a tendency to put their foot in their mouth, while Taurus is notoriously stubborn and holds grudges like no other sign (besides their sister sign, Scorpio, that is). Learning how to communicate their feelings with respect, as well as compromise, can be a challenge for this pair, but if they can do it, they’ll be good to go.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Trust Compatibility
These are two signs known for their bluntness…. which is actually a good thing when it comes to trust! Both Taurus and Sagittarius tend to tell it like it is, and they expect the same from their partner. They both value honesty, and they’re both good at reading other people. Telling the truth or believing each other won’t be an issue for these two… the *way* they communicate the truth, however, could be.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Relationship Tips
Taurus and Sagittarius are very different from each other in a few major ways: Sagittarius is the zodiac’s traveler, while Taurus is a total homebody. Sagittarius tends to be outgoing, while Taurus is more introverted. And Sagittarius is impulsive and spontaneous, while Taurus is a total planner. However, when you look deeper, you see that these two share a few important qualities, like a strong sense of loyalty, honesty, and an optimistic outlook. For this couple, here are some important pieces of advice: Try to find the balance in your relationship (between staying in vs. going out and planning vs. being spontaneous, for one thing); work on communicating respectfully rather than “just being honest”; and step outside your comfort zone.
Taurus and Sagittarius: Compatibility Summary
In conclusion, these two signs have a lot of differences—but that doesn’t mean they’re a bad match! If they can learn to communicate and compromise, Taurus can help Sagittarius feel grounded, and Sag can encourage Taurus to try new things.
Famous Taurus and Sagittarius Couples
Still together:
- Zoë Kravitz (Sagittarius) and Channing Tatum (Taurus)
- Adele (Taurus) and Rich Paul (Sagittarius)
- Ian Somerhalder (Sagittarius) and Nikki Reed (Taurus)
Broken up:
- Kelly Clarkson (Taurus) and Brandon Blackstock (Sagittarius)
- Channing Tatum (Taurus) and Jenna Dewan (Sagittarius)
- Jake Gyllenhaal (Sagittarius) and Kirsten Dunst (Taurus)
- Nicki Minaj (Sagittarius) and Meek Mill (Taurus)
Stephanie is an astrologer, psychic medium, and witch. She’s studied the mystical arts for over a decade including the stars, mediumship, palm reading, tarot, curanderismo, and more. She is the author of Seasons of the Zodiac: Love, Magick, and Manifestation Throughout the Astrological Year and host of the podcast Daily Horoscope for Your Zodiac Sign. Her work has also appeared in Refinery29, Well + Good, Bustle, among other publications, and she has appeared on the Today Show as an astrology expert and modern mystic.
