Capricorn and Scorpio Compatibility Guide: Friendship, Love, Sex

When it comes to compatibility, Capricorn and Scorpio have a lot in common. They're driven, methodical zodiac signs that aren’t afraid to put everything they’ve got into pursuing their goals. These two signs are both incredibly guarded; they take their time to open up emotionally and express their vulnerabilities.

Their ruling planets—Saturn for Capricorn and Mars for Scorpio—are known as the malefics in astrology, which means the energy of the planets can be more difficult or experience some challenges. In other words, Capricorn and Scorpio are no stranger to hardship and overcoming odds, and they can share a bond over some of the intensity that life has thrown their way.

The Capricorn Basics

Dates: December 22 to January 19

Element: Earth

Modality: Cardinal

Ruler: Saturn

Represented by: The sea-goat

Famous Capricorns: Timothee Chalamet, John Legend, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Denzel Washington, Bradley Cooper, Zayn Malik, Dove Cameron, Liam Hemsworth, Orlando Bloom, Regina King, FKA Twigs

Related Story

The Scorpio Basics

Dates: October 23 to November 21

Element: Water

Modality: Fixed

Ruler: Pluto (modern) and Mars (traditional)

Represented by: The scorpion

Famous Scorpios: Kendall Jenner, Lorde, Drake, Willow Smith, Winona Ryder, Katy Perry, Amandla Stenberg, Penn Badgley, Gabrielle Union, Tracee Ellis Ross, SZA, Pete Davidson, Ciara, Ryan Reynolds, Emma Stone, Leonardo DiCaprio

Related Story

Capricorn and Scorpio: Personality Traits

Both Capricorn and Scorpio are ambitious. When they've decided they want something, they'll stop at nothing til they achieve it. Both can also come across as guarded or even intimidating to people they meet. But once you get to know them, you'll see a whole new side to their personality—one that's warm, funny, and loyal....but only to those who deserve their loyalty.

Capricorn's earth sign traits mean they're more practical than water sign Scorpio, who tends to be more emotional. Ruled by Saturn, planet of structure, they're also more likely to set and keep boundaries, something Scorpio can sometimes struggle with. Scorpio's watery nature also means they're drawn to the mystical and taboo (like astrology!), which Capricorn might be skeptical of.

Capricorn and Scorpio: Friendship Compatibility

In friendship, Capricorn's and Scorpio’s energies blend together naturally. These two signs know a thing about loyalty. One of Scorpio’s core issues in any relationship—platonic, familial, or romantic—boils down to trust. Can they trust this person? Will this person show up for them and defend them when they need it most? Lucky for Scorpio, Capricorns are known for their reliability. There isn’t much left to chance or surprise when you’re friends with a Capricorn.

This is a BFF dynamic! Capricorn and Scorpio know they can count on one another. When it comes to social activities, Scorpio may enjoy going out or staying in, depending on their emotional state. While Capricorn enjoys networking and flexing their latest achievements during happy hour, they also love to save a little cash. A night in rewatching their favorite movie with a friend is their idea of a fun time.

Related Story

Capricorn and Scorpio: Sexual Compatibility

Capricorn and Scorpio both enjoy intensity in the bedroom, but this pair might have to fight for control. Scorpio is ruled by the planet Mars, which represents our sex drive and how we take action. It’s no wonder that Scorpio is often associated with sexuality!

Capricorn is a cardinal sign that’s ruled by Saturn, the planet of rules, responsibility, and structure. There is a specific order that Capricorn likes to follow—even between the sheets—and they don’t like to give up control to others. They love to lead and initiate. If these two can figure out a balance between their power dynamic, this sexual rendezvous can be wildly fulfilling and explosive. The chemistry can be out of this world.

Capricorn and Scorpio: Relationship Compatibility

This zodiac couple is in it for the long haul—when a Capricorn and Scorpio decide to commit to one another, they mean it. With Saturn as Capricorn’s ruling planet, this zodiac sign is no stranger to time—Saturn is sometimes called the lord of time. In fact, when most astrologers compare compatibility charts, Saturn is super important.

Capricorn is discerning and won’t just commit on a whim or because of a passing feeling, they are in it for good. Scorpio requires time to open up—time to build trust. Both signs share a desire to take things slow in the beginning. They need to know they can trust and rely on one another. While they can sometimes butt heads, they respect one another for the fact that they both have wills of steel and aren’t easily persuaded. However, they do have different temperaments. It will be important for Capricorn to learn to share some of their emotional world with Scorpio. Scorpio craves intensity in all aspects of their lives, and they need to have their feelings validated in partnerships.

Related Story

Capricorn and Scorpio: Love Compatibility

Both these signs are incredibly loyal—once they're in love with someone, they want to really entwine their lives together. Scorpio has a romantic side, but they also tend to be a little more reserved; on the other hand, Capricorn isn't as guarded as Scorpio, but they also tend to lead with their heads over their hearts. Scorpio is the one who will surprise Capricorn with roses and champagne...but they're also the one who would appreciate an over-the-top romantic display more. Hopefully Cap can take a hint!

Capricorn and Scorpio: Marriage Compatibility

When it comes to marriage or a long-term, committed relationship between a Capricorn and a Scorpio, this duo has the foundation in place to make it last. Capricorn and Scorpio both believe in honesty, although Capricorn’s delivery of their honest opinions and feelings can be slightly jarring for Scorpio’s sensitive nature. Scorpios don’t like to let their vulnerabilities be known, but they feel so deeply and operate with such an empathetic lens that it’s no wonder they have such a sensitive disposition.

To make this work, Capricorn will have to work on their tact and delivery, which will be much appreciated by Scorpio. On the other hand, Scorpio will need to learn to temper any desires to operate from a reactive place. Capricorn isn’t interested in drama, just the facts. Finding a balance between the logical and emotional is a shared task for this zodiac couple. These two love to set goals and achieve them, so if marriage is a shared priority, they will do anything necessary to make sure it succeeds.

Related Story

Capricorn and Scorpio: Family Compatibility

Capricorn and Scorpio's BFF dynamic carries over to family members, whether they're siblings, cousins, or even a parent and child. These two just ~click~. They can easily be themselves around each other, and they just have fun together. It's easy to see why, too: They're both incredibly loyal, super-smart, and have a wicked sense of humor. This pair is a natural team.

Capricorn and Scorpio: Workplace Compatibility

Be prepared when these two team up, because they're some of the most ambitious and hard-working signs of the zodiac. Capricorn is ruled by Saturn, the planet of structure, while Scorpio is so intense that they cannot do anything halfway. When these two work together, they can conquer the world. They just have to be careful not to overwork themselves and burn out.

Related Story

Capricorn and Scorpio: Communication Compatibility

Capricorn and Scorpio share a similar sense of humor and driven personality, so when things are good, these two can send memes and to-do lists all day long. But Capricorn's cut-and-dry nature can sometimes cause friction with emotional Scorpio—Capricorn thinks they're just telling it like it is, but Scorpio has sensitive feelings beneath their scorpion exoskeleton! Cap can benefit from learning to sugar-coat their words a little, and Scorpio can benefit from not taking Cap's non-nonsense delivery so personally.

Capricorn and Scorpio: Trust Compatibility

Neither of these signs are particularly trusting, which in this case is a good thing! They both believe that trust has to be earned, and that means that they won't be hurt if it takes their sweetie a little bit of time to open up. Cap and Scorpio not only *expect* their partner to test them, they would be a little suspicious if they didn't. This is all in the early stages of a relationship, of course. If one of them starts acting suspicious after they've gotten serious and committed, watch out. Both these signs are good at figuring out what's going on, and neither is particularly forgiving.

Capricorn and Scorpio: After a Breakup

Brr! It's cold in here; there must have been a Capricorn and Scorpio breakup. These signs can both be a little bit ruthless after a breakup. Scorpio is the type to quietly plot revenge—like, maybe they'll start dating their ex's best friend just to spite them. On the other hand, Capricorn is likely to act like the relationship never happened and never acknowledge the ex's existence again. If these two break up, they are likely *not* going to be friends in the future.

Capricorn and Scorpio: Relationship Tips

While these two get along easily and well, there are a few points of contention. First, Capricorn tends to be very practical and logical, while Scorpio can let their feelings take over their reason. Scorpio can also be guarded and keep their resentments inside rather than letting Cap know when they're hurt. The key here is for Cap to indulge Scorpio in some romance, even if they find it silly, and for Scorpio to learn to communicate clearly with Cap rather than keeping everything bottled up inside.

Related Story

Capricorn and Scorpio: Compatibility Summary

All in all, these two signs have so much in common that they're a natural fit, whether as friends, lovers, or long-term partners.

Related Story

Famous Capricorn and Scorpio Couples

Still together:

Broken up:

Related Story
Headshot of Stephanie N. Campos

Stephanie is an astrologer, psychic medium, and witch. She's studied the mystical arts for over a decade including the stars, mediumship, palm reading, tarot, curanderismo, and more. She is the author of Seasons of the Zodiac: Love, Magick, and Manifestation Throughout the Astrological Year and host of the podcast Daily Horoscope for Your Zodiac Sign. Her work has also appeared in Refinery29, Well + Good, Bustle, among other publications, and she has appeared on the Today Show as an astrology expert and modern mystic. 

Headshot of Erika W. Smith

ncG1vNJzZmivp6x7pLvSpqapp5yewaK6jZympmejmsVuuM6vnGiZY22Dd4OTbGdom5Glv6qvzqulZpmemXq0r86rp6KnXw%3D%3D