Do We Really Have Only Five Senses? What the Science Says
Posted on November 13, 2026 by Alfie Turner
No. Humans have more than five senses. Sight, hearing, smell, taste and touch are only the five best known. Scientists also recognise senses such as balance, pain, temperature, body position (proprioception) and the awareness of your internal organs (interoception). There is no single agreed total. Neurologists commonly count at least nine, and broader classifications reach […]