Scorpio Compatibility: What Star Sign Should Scorpio Date?

Written by Angel Eyedealism | Edited by Caroline Heiderscheit

Last Updated: November 26, 2024 References

Scorpio is the observant, intuitive mystery of the zodiac. Any relationship with this water sign is bound to be passionate, but who exactly is best suited for true love with a Scorpio? The truth is, a healthy and exciting relationship is totally possible with any sign. That being said, some astrological connections are just so special that they make for instant soulmates. We're walking you through Scorpio's compatibility with all 12 signs, so buckle up. For everything you need to know about what star sign a Scorpio should date, read on.

This article is based on an interview with our astrologer and performance artist, Angel Eyedealism. Check out the full interview here.

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Most compatible: Pisces

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You two are passionate, loyal, and total soulmate material. Engage in long, emotional discussions, enjoy quiet nights on the couch together, and divulge your deep dark secrets to connect with each other. To avoid jealousy, communicate your commitment to each other early and often. When you’re ready to get serious, be honest and upfront about it.^{[1]
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- Romance: You're perfectly suited for romance. As water signs, you understand each other's need for emotional intimacy and are sensitive to each other's feelings.
- Communication: You communicate your feelings effortlessly. Scorpio, make sure you stay judgment-free with your Pisces. With that, you're golden!
- Interested in seeing what wikiHow users have to say about dating a Scorpio? Check out our Is dating a Scorpio hard? forum.

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Great match: Capricorn

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Your powerful personalities let you challenge and inspire each other. Be on your partner's arm at their work functions, cook them dinner when they’re stressed, and team up on home-improvement projects to connect. Instead of jumping ship when things aren’t super intense right away, Scorpio, give your Capricorn time to open up to you emotionally.^{[2]
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- Romance: Though misaligned on how much you value emotions, you both find power and influence romantic. You can bond over this.
- Communication: Because Cap is a cardinal sign, they're as smart and analytical as Scorpio. This makes for awesome communication across the board.

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Great match: Cancer

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Cancer and Scorpio can create an emotionally rich romance. Validate each other's feelings, communicate your love for each other regularly, and offer lots of hugs to connect. To avoid falling into a relationship rut, mix up your routines together—for instance, through classes, trips, and even sexual experimentation. This way, you two can continue to grow in your relationship.^{[3]
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- Romance: As water sings, you two know how to nurture one another, which will allow for a super romantic, loving partnership.
- Communication: You may not be interested in many of the same topics, but because you're both intuitive and sharp, you'll find it easy to communicate.

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Great match: another Scorpio

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As the most passionate combo possible, you'll create major sparks. Keep your partner’s secrets close to the chest, read each other’s favorite books, and get physically intimate regularly to stay connected with your Scorpio partner. Resist the urge to play games with one another—because you’ll both end up feeling burned. This will hurt your relationship in the long run.^{[4]
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- Romance: You'll make one another feel special. You'll learn everything there is to know about each other. This is an intensely romantic partnership.
- Communication: You have the potential to be great communicators, but you need to focus on working together—not working against one another.

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wikiHow Quiz: What Zodiac Sign Should I Date?

According to astrology, one zodiac sign is your ultimate dream date. Once you know which sign that is, you can stop searching, and start kicking it with your soulmate.

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If my partner did this, I would be thrilled:

Showed up at my house with snacks and a map. Road trip time!

Cleaned the whole house as a surprise—acts of service are key.

Gave me my space when I asked for it. Independence is so important.

Listened to me vent about my problems. Everybody needs a shoulder to cry on!

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Great match: Taurus

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You two deeply loyal signs can help each other feel safe. Offer each other sensual massages, take day trips to luxurious wineries, and buy thoughtful gifts to connect with your partner. Put your relationship’s health over your personal pride. Because you're fixed signs, fights could turn into full-on grudge matches. During arguments, focus on working to find a mutually beneficial solution.^{[5]
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- Romance: It will take a Taurus a long time to open up. If Scorpio hangs on until then, this will be an ultra-romantic, intimate partnership.
- Communication: You may struggle in this area. Scorpio needs to avoid pushing their Taurus to talk before they're ready.

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Good match: Virgo

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You two can create romance from a strong foundation of friendship. Ask for each other's help on big projects, share your opinions on everything and everyone, and get adventurous in bed to connect. Take breaks from each other to avoid losing patience with your partner and lashing out. Virgo is an earth sign, so they may be slow to offer emotional vulnerability. Scorpio will need to be patient.^{[6]
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- Romance: You two might need to work to create a romantic spark. Set aside time each week to focus purely on building your connection.
- Communication: You two will communicate perfectly. In this relationship, you'll find it easy to understand your partner's needs.

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Good match: Leo

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As two fiercely loyal signs, you'll go to the mat for each other in love. Work on creative projects, compliment each other publicly, and plan intensely romantic dates to feel connected. Take turns making decisions to find balance and avoid power plays in your relationship. With a little work, you two are definitely capable of a long relationship.^{[7]
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- Romance: You both absolutely love to love. In romance, you two will constantly impress one another.
- Communication: Leo is a fire sign, so you may struggle to keep the peace. Try de-escalation tactics, like cracking jokes to ease tension before a fight.

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Good match: Aquarius

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By bonding over your intellectual curiosity, you two can find great love. Hold respectful debates, admire each other’s work, and volunteer together to connect. Take it slow at the beginning of your relationship. An Aquarius might need time to realize just how amazing you are together. But if they feel pressured before they've come to terms with how they feel, they may get scared and bolt.
- Romance: You two may need to put in work to connect romantically. Create passion and affection in your relationship by showing each other gratitude.
- Communication: Aquarius is an air sign, so communication will be easy. This will be especially true in intellectually stimulating conversations.

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Solid match: Gemini

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You two will experience immediate physical chemistry. To connect, host sophisticated soirees, gab about your all-time favorite novels, and hit the road for spontaneous adventures. To avoid communication and trust issues, commit to meeting each other in the middle. A Gemini will need to jump in even when they're afraid, and Scorpio, you'll need to give your partner space when they need it.
- Romance: You may have to put in some effort to connect emotionally. Focus on constantly breaking out of your routine to build passion and intimacy.
- Communication: Though you may have trouble expressing feelings to each other, Gemini is an air sign. This makes them an excellent communicator.

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Solid match: Aries

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As fiery and sensual as you are, passion will never be in short supply. To connect, stand up for each other, listen to one another’s impassioned speeches, and team up on anything and everything. Incorporate cooling-off breaks into your relationship to keep your sparks from turning into full-fledged fires. This may be difficult, because Aries is a fire sign.^{[8]
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- Romance: You two will have amazing sexual compatibility, which will help you keep the fire burning in romance.
- Communication: You two may struggle to talk without losing your temper. When you have important messages to share, write them down first.

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Solid match: Libra

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You two can bond over a love of romance and creativity. To connect, get artistic together, plan romantic, moonlit dates, and at parties, work the room together. To create a more intense intimacy and avoid getting bored in your relationship, try joint breathing exercises. As an air sign, Libra may avoid sharing feelings. If you can create emotional intimacy, this relationship could work well.
- Romance: Libra wants a fairytale romance and Scorpio loves passion, so you can find a strong romantic connection here.
- Communication: You'll likely need to put in extra work here. A Libra will need to focus on being honest. Scorpio, you'll need to avoid lashing out.
- It’s especially important that Libras work on their honesty in this relationship, especially since Scorpios are so slow to trust and value honesty above all else.
- Reader Poll: We asked 425 wikiHow readers with the Scorpio zodiac sign, and 66% of them agreed that their biggest deal breaker is someone who lies. [Take Poll]

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Takes a little work: Sagittarius

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Even with hurdles in trust and communication, you two can work out. Scorpio, you may need to loosen the reins on your partner. A Sagittarius, on the other hand, will have to be willing to commit. The two of you have contrasting communication styles, but you’re both bright people and great conversationalists. Sag is a mutable sign, so their adaptability can help you find common ground.^{[9]
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Angel Eyedealism
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Expert Interview. 8 December 2021.}
- Romance: Once you two find a level of commitment that works for both of you, there's no reason that you can't enjoy a strong connection.
- Communication: This may take some elbow grease. Scorpio, focus on lightening up in conversation. Sagittarius will need to take the leap and open up emotionally a bit.

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