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Why do people moan during sex?
Whether you heard it in porn , while watching Bridgerton , or even through the very thin walls of your college dorm room , there's a good chance you know what a sex moan sounds like. It's usually along the lines of some "ooohs" and "ahhhs. Maybe you want to interpret what you or your partner's moans mean, maybe you want to know why it feels so good to moan during sex. Either way, we've got you covered on all your lovely sex noises. So, whether you're a natural-born moaner who worries that maybe you're too loud in bed you're not , or you're a more reserved lover who could've sworn people only made sounds in porn they don't , we've asked some sexperts to spill the deets surrounding every single one of your moaning-related questions. The somatic nervous system takes a back seat and we can't control the sounds that come out as a result. It's pretty much like we're all cats in heat, screeching our sexual desires out, explains Kenneth Play , an international sex educator and creator of the Sex Hacker Pro course. On the flip side though, you might be moaning in an attempt to fake it. More often than not, moaning should serve as a green light.
What exactly does moaning mean in sexual situations?
Or maybe you think of the other night when you let a noise slip mid-romp that—wait, actually made the moment so much hotter for the both of you? Moaning during sex is basically a power-up in the bedroom. Letting out those hot and heavy noises can even point to a more satisfying sex life, according to one study published by the Journal of Social and Personal Relationships. Still, the thought of adding a few moans to your romps can be stressful if you haven't done it before. And for some especially those with ah, roommates , the thought of moaning during sex might send cringey shivers down your spine. No sweat. A couple of sex experts are here to tell you everything you need to know about easing into the proverbial waters of hot and loud sex. Who knows?
Moaning can be a confusing sound. It could be like giggles or screams. Some partners find it attractive, while some prefer silence. In general, people moan because they are having fun and enjoying themselves. When we are enjoying ourselves during a sexual experience, we find it hard to control our bodies and the sounds it makes. For most people, moaning is feedback that they are doing a good job, and they love to hear it.
