What is the average penis girth? Science answers

A curious anatomical fact from which we can draw several conclusions.

Possibly, every man has taken measurements of his penis at some time in his life.. The size of the penis, whether or not it is the most important thing, is something that always arouses curiosity. The penis has different shapes and sizes. For example, some are extremely curved, which is known as Peyronie's Syndrome. Others, in addition, stand out for their large or small dimensions.

In this article we will explore the importance of size and review penis measurements. In addition, there is some confusion when it comes to interpreting the data on the size of male genitalia. Most people think that girth is the circumference of the penis, when in fact it is not.

Clarifying some concepts about penis size

Much is said about the importance of girth. Experts say that more than length, girth has a great impact on provoking pleasure. But... what really is penis girth? Well, here's what each measurement of the male reproductive organ means.

When it comes to knowing the size of the penis, it is necessary to know the difference between length, girth and diameter. In addition, the penis has two different measurements: when it is flaccid and when it is erect.

• LengthLength: Length refers to the size of the penis lengthwise, that is, from the base of the penis to the glans.
• GirthGirth : Many people confuse girth with girth, but they are actually different things. Girth is measured with a tape measure and is the rounded shape of the penis.
• GirthGirth is also called diameter. It is measured with a device called a caliper. In the following image you can see the difference between girth and girth (diameter).

What is the size of the penis

Since penis size is one of the existential questions of most men, many researches have tried to find out the average penis size, many researches have tried to find out the average size of the penis.. This existential question aroused the curiosity of a group of scientists who conducted a study to find out the average penis size.

This research was published in the journal BJU International (British Journal of Urology International), had more than 15,000 subjects from around the world and determined the average size. The results show that the average erect penis size is 13.12 centimeters in length and 11.66 centimeters in girth. At rest, the average penis length is 9.16 centimeters and girth is 9.31 centimeters. According to a study by the Spanish Association of Andrology, the thickness of the erect penis is 3.82 cm.

For the curious ones, the largest penis in the world belongs to Roberto Esquivel Cabrera, 54 years old and Mexican nationality.. It measures no more and no less than 48 centimeters. The second largest penis known is that of American actor Jonah Falcon, with 34 centimeters when erect and 24 centimeters when flaccid.

Does size matter?

Another such question asked not only by men but also by women is: "Does size really matter?". Science has also found an answer to this question. According to research published in the Spanish newspaper ABC, the Australian National University (Canberra) found that larger penises seduce heterosexual women. Another research, this time conducted by the University of New Mexico confirms these results.

What about girth? Studies have also found results that say it's more important than length, at least in one-night stands. According to the University of California (UCLA) at Los Angeles, women prefer men with a wider member for a casual fling. However, when it comes to a couple's relationship, the same study shows that it is no longer so important. This research involved 41 women who were asked to examine different penis models and choose their favorite.

• If you want to know what really attracts us in a person, you can read our article: "What are the people we are attracted to and captivate us like?"

Penis size by country

There is a lot of talk about men of color having a larger penis size than Caucasian males. This is not just a rumor, but science has proven it. One of the most curious studies that have been carried out in recent years aimed to find out if this was true or just a myth. The research was carried out by the University of Ulster (Northern Ireland), which found out what is the found out what is the average penis size according to country of origin..

The subjects of the study were distributed among 116 countries, and as expected, the results show that African countries are in the lead. However, they are closely followed by Latin American countries such as, for example, Colombia. We Spaniards can't be too proud, as we are in 82nd position.

Below you can find the 15 countries at the top of this list and the average size of their inhabitants.:

15. Brazil: 16.10 cm

14. Benin: 16.20 cm

13. Nicaragua: 16.26 cm

12. Panama: 16.27 cm

11. Jamaica: 16.30 cm

10. Sudan: 16.47 cm

9. Iceland: 16.51 cm

8. Cameroon: 16.67 cm

7. Lebanon: 16.82 cm

6. Venezuela: 17.03 cm

5. Colombia: 17.03 cm

Ghana: 17.31 cm

3. Democratic Republic of the Congo (Former Zaire): 17.33 cm.

2. Ecuador: 17.77 cm

Republic of Congo: 17.93 cm

• You can learn more about this study in our article, "What is the average penis size according to country of origin?"