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Sexual satisfaction and penis size

Multiple sources report that girth sometimes matters more than length for perceived sexual satisfaction, and that partner preferences vary

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Jan 12, 2026
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How do sexual practices and preferred sexual acts (clitoral vs vaginal stimulation) change reported importance of penis size?

Sexual practices and preferred acts—chiefly clitoral versus vaginal (penetrative) stimulation—substantially shape how partners report the importance of penis size: when pleasure depends mainly on exte...

Jan 13, 2026

How do cultural narratives and pornography shape attitudes about penis size and sexual satisfaction?

Cultural narratives and pornography jointly shape beliefs about penis size by supplying historical metaphors of masculinity and highly skewed visual reference points that many men use to judge themsel...

Jan 9, 2026

Do larger-than-average penises increase risk of sexual injury to partners or self?

Larger-than-average penises can increase the risk of certain partner injuries and infection pathways in some contexts, but the evidence is mixed, context-dependent, and limited by study design; condom...

Jan 8, 2026

Common myths about penis size across cultures

Across cultures an array of myths about penis size—links to shoe or hand size, racial or height correlations, and the claim that “bigger equals better”—persist despite consistent scientific pushback: ...

Jan 6, 2026

What role does penis size play in female sexual satisfaction compared to other factors?

The scientific record shows penis size can matter to some women in specific contexts—girth more often than length—yet it is usually a minor determinant of overall sexual satisfaction compared with fac...

Jan 5, 2026

5'5 girth menis

The phrase "5'5 girth menis" appears to be a shorthand question about a penis with a 5.5‑inch girth; when interpreted that way, a 5.5‑inch (≈14 cm) erect circumference is substantially above the popul...