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How to Say "Will you marry me?" in German

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Willst du mich heiraten?
"Will you marry me?" in German 路 say it like vilst doo mish hi-ra-ten

The most natural way to say "Will you marry me?" in German is Willst du mich heiraten?. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

M枚chtest du mich heiraten?
a more formal way to ask
Heirate mich!
a direct and assertive way to propose

When to use it

Use this phrase when you want to propose to someone you love. It is appropriate in a romantic context. Make sure to choose a moment that feels special and intimate.

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Examples in German

GermanEnglish
Willst du mich heiraten?Will you marry me?
M枚chtest du mich heiraten?Would you like to marry me?
Common mistake
Some learners might confuse 'heiraten' with 'heiraten' (to marry) and use it incorrectly in other contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Willst du mich heiraten?, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking German with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

Is it common to propose in public?

Yes, many people choose public settings for proposals, but it depends on the couple's preferences.

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