For men born in 1997 under the Chinese zodiac sign of the Ox， potential years for encountering their "正缘" (true love or destined partner) include the following:

Rat Year: The Rat year brings a significant boost in their love life， increasing the chances of meeting their destined partner and potentially entering marriage. In this year， relatives and friends may actively arrange matchmaking opportunities.

Chicken Year: In the Year of the Rooster， they have the opportunity to meet their true love， as women born in the Year of the Rooster are typically intelligent， witty， and charming， attracting the attention of men born in the Year of the Ox. Attending gatherings with friends or colleagues during this year may lead to meeting someone who makes their heart flutter.

Snake Year: The Year of the Snake is also favorable for men born in the Year of the Ox， making it easier to meet a woman whose personality and destiny match theirs， potentially leading to a beautiful romance.

Rabbit Year: The Year of the Rabbit may bring good fortune， with a strong and stable peach blossom luck， increasing the chances of meeting their "正缘". Although the relationship may seem ordinary， there is a possibility of a flash marriage， leading to a happy and stable married life.

Additionally， 2025 might be a year where men born in 1997 have the opportunity to find a suitable partner.