How to Tell if He's Going to Propose

If he shows a sudden interest in jewelry, he might be thinking of proposing.

Life brings moments when you must make decisions that will forever change the way you live it. Marriage is one of those pivotal moments, and preparing for it can save you a lifetime of worry. One of the biggest preparations for marriage is finding a life partner who is ready to propose to you and knowing whether you will accept. Knowing if he is going to propose will give you a leg up on preparing an appropriate answer for the occasion. Here are some clues to find out if Mr. Right is going to propose soon.

Instructions

1. Notice his unusual behavior. Guys tend to be very nervous when they are near the point of proposing. If you have been with this fellow for a while and his actions seem to be a little out character, this may be the reason. Behavior such as seeming distant, correcting himself or apologizing frequently can be a sign that he is thinking about the proposal constantly.

2. Count your rings. If you notice that you have a ring missing, don't call the police immediately. It may be that your husband-to-be is sizing up your finger as you're dialing 911. Most guys who don't want to make a mistake on the size often take a ring or find some way to get the size right. This includes rummaging through your jewelry to see if he can find a ring to quickly measure.

3. Catch him in the act. Have you seen him glancing at jewelry or complimenting rings? Well, if you have, this is an indication that he may be ready to propose. Another clue to watch for is if he asks you what you think about a certain brand or model of jewelry. If he is serious about proposing soon, he may be ready to decide on a ring and is covertly asking your opinion. Help him out here without ruining the surprise.

4. Pay attention to his lingo. Men want to know if their potential life partners will say yes before they propose. If marriage is a topic that he brings up often--or if he has asked you point blank what you would say if he proposed--this is another good sign that he might. This can also be done in an indirect fashion by him stating or asking how many children the two of you should someday have. Questions like these are all meant to judge if you will say yes before he asks.

5. Meet and greet. If you know his family or parents well, he is comfortable with you. This can mean that he is also getting used to the idea of you being a part of his family structure. Be aware, however, if his mother is still leery of you or does not remember your name. This could mean that you are one of many women he has brought home (and possibly still does).

Tips & Warnings

• A last minute trip can be an indication that he is going to visit your parents to ask for permission. Unless he has specifically told you otherwise, there is no need to worry. Let him go because you may be pleasantly surprised upon his return.

• Don't be so quick to jump to conclusions if you notice fishy behavior. The situation will often explain itself, but unsavory behavior on your part may serve to make the situation uneasy or change his mind on proposing.

Resources

• She Knows: Find other ways to tell if he will propose here.
• Hub Pages: Find ideas on how to propose here.