What is List of sex positions?
This '''list of sex positions''' is a list of different ways to have [[sexual intercourse]] and other sexual acts. == Intercourse == These positions involve a [[penis]] going into a [[vagina]], or the [[anus]]. === On top with front entry === [[File:Klimt-missionaires-02.jpg|thumbnail|150px|Lovers in the missionary position]] These positions are used for vaginal, or [[anal sex]]. The basic position is called the missionary position. In it, the [[wikt:receive|receiving]] partner lies on their back with legs apart. The [[Penetration|penetrating]] partner lies on top of the receiving partner, facing them. The penetrating partner enters so that the base of the penis rubs the [[clitoris]]. === From behind === [[File:Wiki-dstyle.png|thumb|A doggy style position]] Most of these positions can be used for either vaginal, or anal sex. The receiving partner is kneeling or on all four [[limb]]s. The penetrating partner inserts their penis from behind. This position is sometimes called as the doggy style position. === On top === {{see also|Woman on top}} Most of these positions can be used for either vaginal, or anal sex. The receiving partner is on their hands and knees with their bottom exposed. The penetrating partner then pumps away at the receiving partner's vagina or anus with his penis. === Sitting and kneeling === [[File:Wiki-sitting-sp.png|thumb|Sitting position]] Most of these positions can be used for either vaginal, or anal sex. The penetrating partner sits down, with their legs stretched out. The receiving partner sits on top and wraps their legs around the penetrating partner. This is called '''pounding on the spot'''. === Standing === [[File:Thomas Rowlandson (3).jpg|thumb|A couple has standing sex, by [[Thomas Rowlandson]]]] [[File:Wiki-standing.png|thumb|''Ekiben'' position]] [[File:Reverse ekiben sex position.png|thumb|Reverse ''Ekiben'' position]] In the basic standing position, both partners stand facing each other and have vaginal sex. The [[height|shorter]] partner can stand on a stair if the pa