Feng Shui Metal Element: Colors & Matches Unveiled!

Metal Element – What is it? What colors suit the Metal? Which years are associated with it? Which elements are compatible? Which numbers are harmonious?… These are questions that many people with the Metal Element often ask.

In this article, join BTA Feng Shui as we explore all the essential information about the Metal Element within the Five Elements!

=>> Note: This article was directly translated by Grok 3 from the Vietnamese article by BTA Feng Shui.

What is the Metal Element?

Metal Element is a vital component of the Five Elements: Metal, Wood, Water, Fire, and Earth. It is symbolized by metal energy and metallic substances formed deep within the earth.

The Metal Element is characterized by strength and authority. Individuals with this element are often intelligent, sharp-witted, and kind-hearted. They possess a broad vision and a natural talent for leadership.

The sub-types (nạp âm) of the Metal Element within the Five Elements include:

• Hải Trung Kim (Gold Beneath the Sea): Born in Water Rat years – a fortunate and smooth life with many successes. Born in Wood Ox years – must endure hardships and struggles to achieve success.
• Kiếm Phong Kim (Gold at the Sword’s Tip): Born in Water Monkey and Water Rooster years – sharp-minded, resilient, requiring strong willpower to succeed. They prefer a simple, stable life.
• Bạch Lạp Kim (Gold in a Candleholder): Born in Metal Dragon years – a smooth and lucky life. Born in Metal Snake years – facing difficulties and a challenging life.
• Sa Trung Kim (Gold in the Sand): Born in Wood Horse and Wood Goat years – blessed with good fortune, leading a peaceful and prosperous life. They have a strong fighting spirit and decisiveness.
• Kim Bạch Kim (Platinum Gold): Born in Water Tiger and Water Cat years – independent, courageous, and somewhat aloof. They enjoy a smooth life with many blessings, though family harmony may be lacking.
• Thoa Xuyến Kim (Jewelry Gold): Born in Metal Dog and Metal Pig years – often blessed with luck and a favorable life.

Which Years Are Associated with the Metal Element?

People with the Metal Element are born in the following years: 1954, 1955, 1962, 1963, 1970, 1971, 1984, 1985, 1992, 1993, 2000, 2001, 2014, 2015, 2022, 2023, 2030, 2031, and so on. Details are as follows:

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Personality Traits and Life Path of Metal Element Individuals

Appearance

• They often possess an attractive appearance with refined facial features, smooth hair, and fair skin.
• Their tall, elegant physique draws the attention of those around them.
• Distinctive features include a square face, square jaw, and square forehead. Women tend to have a graceful figure, while men have a sturdy frame with strong limbs.

Personality and Inner Qualities

• Strong, determined, and confident in their life goals.
• Far-sighted with logical thinking, they can spot opportunities and make wise decisions.
• Decisive and unafraid of challenges.
• Excellent analytical and judgmental skills, making them hard to deceive.
• Though slightly stubborn and occasionally self-centered, they are humble and know how to restrain themselves to maintain relationships.

Career and Achievements

• Suited for meticulous professions such as design, sculpting, or trading in gold, silver, and gemstones.
• With strong leadership and organizational skills, they make quick, accurate decisions, leading to a thriving career.

Love and Marriage

• Passionate and loyal in love, they value stability and are reliable partners.
• They tend to be controlling and want to dominate relationships, so they need to learn to relax and share with their partners.

Health

• Prone to internal heat and lung-related issues.
• Should reduce stress through healthy leisure activities and maintain a balanced diet.

Which Elements Are Compatible with the Metal Element?

Harmonious Elements

In Feng Shui and the Five Elements, determining which elements harmonize with the Metal Element is crucial. This compatibility affects success in work and happiness in marriage.

The principles of mutual generation and mutual destruction indicate that the Metal Element is compatible with the Earth Element and Water Element. Additionally, two individuals with the Metal Element are also compatible, as they can understand each other’s strengths and weaknesses, fostering empathy and support in both career and marital bliss.

Let’s break it down further:

• The Metal Element harmonizes with the Earth Element: According to the Five Elements, Earth generates Metal. Metal (representing the Metal Element) is formed and nurtured within the earth (representing the Earth Element).
• The Metal Element harmonizes with the Water Element: This is also a generative relationship (Metal generates Water). Molten metal (Metal) becomes liquid (Water). As a generative bond, they support and uplift each other, achieving success in life. However, in Feng Shui, this generation is one-directional – Metal generates Water, meaning Metal Element individuals are the primary source of energy, constantly nurturing and protecting those with the Water Element, who benefit more from the relationship.

Elements That Conflict with the Metal Element

Which elements conflict with the Metal Element, and which elements overpower it? These are key concerns in Feng Shui, as they can bring misfortune, disputes, and challenges to work or family life.

According to the Five Elements, the destructive relationships involving the Metal Element are: Metal overcomes Wood, and Fire overcomes Metal. The Metal Element conflicts with the Fire Element and Wood Element.

• Fire overcomes Metal: Fire melts metal. Individuals with the Fire Element may unintentionally harm those with the Metal Element. Thus, if these two work together or marry, mutual understanding and compromise are essential.
• Metal overcomes Wood: Metal easily damages wood. When these two elements are together, the Metal Element tends to harm the Wood Element. However, there’s also a counter-destructive dynamic – overly strong wood (Wood Element) can dull or damage metal tools (Metal Element). Thus, mutual understanding is vital to maintain harmony in marriage or business.

Which Colors Suit the Metal Element?

People with the Metal Element are compatible with colors like white, silver, gray, yellow, and earthy brown. Among these, white, silver, and gray represent the Metal Element itself, while yellow and earthy brown (belonging to the Earth Element) are generative colors due to Earth generating Metal.

Additionally, since Fire overcomes Metal, people with the Metal Element should avoid colors associated with the Fire Element: red, purple, orange, and deep pink.

Meanings of Compatible Colors for the Metal Element:

• White: The representative color of the Metal Element, symbolizing purity, clarity, and freshness. It signifies new beginnings and brings luck and prosperity to its owner.
• Yellow: Represents success, fulfillment, and lasting happiness. In Feng Shui, using yellow attracts good fortune, health, and wealth.
• Earthy brown and gray: These colors bring stability, luck, and smoothness to Metal Element individuals, helping them overcome challenges in work and life.

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Understanding the Five Elements’ Generating & Controlling Cycles

Which Numbers Harmonize with the Metal Element?

People with the Metal Element are compatible with numbers: 2, 5, 8, 6, and 7. Among these, 6 and 7 represent the Metal Element, while 2, 5, and 8 are generative numbers linked to the Earth Element. Their meanings are as follows:

• Number 2: Represents a pair, symbolizing happiness, completeness, and double joy.
• Number 5: Symbolizes balance and the flourishing of all things. In Chinese culture, it’s considered a number of blessings and prosperity.
• Number 6 – homophonous with “Lộc” (fortune): Signifies wealth, luck, and smoothness for Metal Element individuals.
• Number 7 – homophonous with “Thịnh” (prosperity): Reflects ambition, bringing luck and peace.
• Number 8 – “Phát” (prosperity): Represents wealth and success. In Chinese, “eight” (Bát) sounds like “Phát,” meaning growth and riches.

Moreover, depending on the sub-type (nạp âm), certain numbers are most suitable for each Metal Element:

Which Plants Suit the Metal Element?

Some believe that Metal Element individuals should avoid planting trees because trees belong to the Wood Element, and Metal overcomes Wood. This could result in plants not thriving or failing to benefit Metal Element individuals. However, this is a subjective opinion. In reality, greenery brings freshness and coolness to any space, reducing stress and fatigue – something everyone needs.

Since Earth generates Metal, you can choose plants associated with the Earth Element and Metal Element, such as:

• White Knight Philodendron
• Money Tree
• Spider Plant
• Dwarf Umbrella Plant
• Silver Pothos
• Star Cactus
• Golden Pothos
• Marble Queen Pothos
• Marble Eternity Plant
• Jade Plant
• Night-Blooming Cereus
• And more…

Placing these plants in the bedroom, living room, or workspace can enhance the vital energy of Metal Element individuals, bringing them luck and prosperity.

Should Metal Element Individuals Wear Gold or Silver?

Wearing gold or silver is a personal preference. In Feng Shui, both gold and silver belong to the Metal Element and can bring luck and smoothness to their wearer.

However, many Metal Element individuals prefer gold. While gold aligns with the Metal Element, it also carries the characteristic colors of the Earth Element. Since Earth generates Metal, this creates a doubly positive relationship, enhancing luck, wealth, and health for Metal Element individuals. Economically, gold is also a reliable and attractive investment option.

This article has covered what the Metal Element is, which colors suit it, and other essential details. We hope this piece from BTA Feng Shui has provided you with valuable insights. If you found it helpful, please share it on social media!