I don't think it's easy to always or ever truly know exactly what others want in this respect. People are so vastly different. You can be emotionally compatible with a partner, even soulmates if you believe in that kind of thing, and still not be fully compatible. I already mentioned in another thread that media set up some unrealistic expectations for what to look for in a partner. The ideal partner is often presented as very sexually acrobatic and "skilled." It's warped our imagination so much that we expect the ridiculous, absurd, and unreal. We now expect by nature or nurture for every good partner to be a great lover without effort. As much as it's nice to have this apparently, it's such limiting view of sexuality. Personally, I think real enjoyable sensuality starts in the mind, and involves some courting or build up. But the most important thing about it all, is that each person is different and it may take a while to find out what the other person wants. People assume what works for them must be the same for others. Or they assume their partner should simply know what makes them happy in that area without being told. Cliché as it sounds, it takes clear and consistent communication for partners to truly know each other and make each other satisfied in this area. Understanding, appreciation of the other persons preferences, and good old fashioned respect doesn't hurt either. This means not pushing your partner to get all adventurous to spice things up only to lose them if it's not always spicy or they don't particular enjoy that all the time. Best way is to get to your partner as a person and then as you get closer in your bond, talk about things before going further. Discuss what you feel and like or dislike, possible areas of discomfort or things you would like to try. If you can talk to your partner about this stuff without feeling awkward and uncomfortable, then this can help reduce any nerves and also bring you closer together, making the experience more meaningful and intense.