How long does it take a man to know he wants to marry you ?

You're prepared to marry, but you're not sure if he is! It would be helpful if you knew how long it takes on average for men to propose to their partners. Let's get right to it, shall we? If we take a highly scientific approach to it, the answer is somewhere between 6 and 7 months. That may seem like a long time, but the typical man takes 7 months to figure out whether or not his spouse is "the one." According to a survey of 2000 engaged American men, nearly half of those who decided to pop the question had gotten “little hints” from their spouse encouraging the proposal ahead of time.

While 7 months may be the average time for men to propose, let's be honest: there is no such thing as a "average" man. It's not as simple as pulling out your calendar and circling the day exactly 7 months after you first met to determine whether the man in your life is ready for marriage. We've all heard of or know of couples that have been together for years and then break up before even discussing marriage. On the other hand, people who marry just months after meeting after a whirlwind relationship. That's why asking how long it takes a man to decide whether or not he wants to marry you is like to asking how long a piece of string is - the terrible truth is, it depends. While getting a definitive answer is difficult, understanding what guys are looking for before proposing will help you determine whether he is ready to commit to you.

Here are some hints that he is thinking towards that direction

1. Stopping to look at rings in jewelry stores

It's ideal to start looking for the perfect ring ahead of time because it doesn't happen overnight. Many ladies let their boyfriend know that they were thinking about marriage by loitering in store windows and pointing out which would be your favorite “if someone just happened to propose.”

2. Talking about other people's weddings and engagements

It can be difficult to avoid "wedding season," especially after you reach a certain age. Talking about other couples' prenuptial agreements might be a great approach to start a conversation about marriage in your own relationship. We're more prone to think about it when we witness people around us attain key life milestones.

3. Watching wedding-themed TV shows or movies

How many times can you play 'My Best Friend's Wedding' before he gets the hint? Watching a lot of TV episodes and movies about weddings together was the most common strategy for women to try to induce a proposal.

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