It is generally suitable to get married within six months to one year after marriage. A marriage proposal is actually a promise made by both parties to get married. It takes at least six months to get to know each other's parents after the proposal is made, as well as to plan the marriage later on, including preparing for wedding photos, hotel reservations, and more.
The difference between proposal and engagement
1. The time sequence is different
The normal sequence from love to marriage is proposal, engagement, and marriage. Most couples enter the marriage hall directly after proposing marriage. Due to different personal arrangements, such as one person going to pursue a master's degree, doctoral degree, or further education, the families of both parties may choose to get engaged first and then get married after consultation. Simply put, the first step before engagement when proposing.
2. Participants are different
The participants in the proposal are all friends of both parties or strangers passing by, and their age groups are relatively young. The main participants during the engagement ceremony are parents and relatives of both parties, who complete the engagement ceremony in front of their elders.
3. Different occasions
The occasion for proposing marriage is decided by the groom or bride themselves, which may be at home, outside, or during a trip, and can be quite surprising. Most engagements are held in high-end hotels, which are relatively formal. It is also necessary to formally invite family and friends in advance to witness your engagement, rather than helping you stay together like in a marriage proposal.