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

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
Mahukah kamu berkahwin dengan saya?
"Will you marry me?" in Malay 路 say it like mah-hoo-kah kah-moo ber-kah-win den-gahn sah-yah

The most natural way to say "Will you marry me?" in Malay is Mahukah kamu berkahwin dengan saya?. 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

Adakah kamu mahu berkahwin dengan saya?
more formal and polite
Bolehkah kita berkahwin?
casual and less direct

When to use it

Use this phrase when you are ready to propose to someone you love. It is a significant moment, so ensure you choose a private or romantic setting. Make sure both of you are comfortable and ready for such a commitment.

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Examples in Malay

MalayEnglish
Saya sangat mencintaimu. Mahukah kamu berkahwin dengan saya?I love you very much. Will you marry me?
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'berkahwin' with 'kawin', which is less formal and can be considered vulgar in some contexts.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear Mahukah kamu berkahwin dengan saya?, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Malay 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 in Malaysia?

It depends on the couple, but many prefer a private setting for such a personal moment.

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