Astrology & Romance: The Best Matches for a Taurus

Taurus is known for sensuality, dependability, financial security and being down-to-earth. "Slow and steady wins the race" is the motto for Taurus. Those seeking to date a Taurus should emphasize their honesty, dependability and stability.

The best love matches for a Taurus are Virgo, Cancer, and Capricorn.

Virgo will understand Taurus' need for methodical action and security. Virgo won't surprise Taurus at the last minute and Virgo's moods and temperaments are easy to learn. Since Virgo is ruled by Mercury, Virgo can communicate well and give a voice to Taurus' ideas. And, as an earth sign, Virgo will be able to understand Taurus' non-verbal style of relating.

Slow, lingering speech and affections will not bother Virgo, nor will Taurus' methodical resolution to problems. Putting Taurus at ease, Virgo knows exactly what to say and do in any situation. Taurus will love Virgo's consistency and the way this partner can read Taurus' mind.

Cancer understands Taurus' sensuality and loves when Taurus plans a romantic evening at home. Indeed, these two signs have the ability to "hole-up" at home for a month and be completely satisfied. Cancer understands Taurus' moods and desires before Taurus says anything and Taurus will love being the steady, strong, protective energy that makes Cancer feel secure.

Capricorn's ability to manifest long-term goals quietly and efficiently impresses Taurus. Both have a steadfast, dependable air about them. They can create a sensual home filled with luxurious antiques. Taurus is less offended by Capricorn's obsessions with work than other signs and appreciates Capricorn's financial acumen. Sex is safe, comforting, and healing between these two signs. They know what each other needs in the bedroom and because there is implicit trust, they can explore anything together. Quality is emphasized over quantity, both in emotional and physical intimacy.

Matches which are suitable, but involve more effort to maintain are: Taurus, Pisces, and Scorpio.

Taurus when paired with another Taurus will emphasize laziness. Unless one partner has planets in fire signs, these two might take a long time to make plans or try new ventures together. Taurus takes so long to test the waters that the waters have dried up, and without an assertive partner, there is no impetus to move faster. Stability and dependability are present with this pair, but Taurus is not called the bull for nothing. If the two bulls disagree, they will butt heads and it may take a long time and the help of a third person to settle a disagreement. The two Tauri need to make sure that they have the same goals and values-for themselves and their children-in order to minimize conflict. They should also try to get out of their comfort zone and try something new every once and a while. Who knows, they might actually enjoy it!

Pisces and Taurus can work together as a couple, but both have different ways of getting what they want. Think about it: can you imagine a fish and a bull doing anything at the same rate or in the same way? Pisces is altruistic and optimistic and tends to build castles in the sky while Taurus pretty much lives in the world of taste, touch, and smell. If Taurus can't experience it in the real world, it's not going to happen. Both signs need to learn to appreciate each other's way of achieving goals and open up to a new way of looking at the world for this to work. If they do, they will find similar interests and a great bed partner. Taurus can make Pisces fantasies come true-in more ways than one.

There is potential between a Scorpio and Taurus, but Scorpio is moody, secretive and dramatic, whereas Taurus is practical, slow, and straightforward. Taurus can get frustrated with Scorpio's antics and doesn't understand why Scorpio is always hiding things or misrepresenting feelings. There is not likely to be room for compromise here. Since these are opposite signs, the potential to heal and teach one another is great. The combination either works terrifically or it bottoms out really fast. Scorpio needs to learn from Taurus to be more open and honest about needs and goals and Taurus needs to learn sensitivity and intuitiveness from Scorpio. Sometimes, things really are not how they seem and Scorpio understands this better than anyone.

Though sun signs are not the only factor for compatibility, most Tauri will find a happy match with Virgos, Cancers, and Capricorns. They can make it with a Pisces, Taurus or a Scorpio, but it might take a little more effort. For best results, please consult with a professional astrologer and have a synastry (compatibility) chart done.