Kneeling on one knee and kneeling on the right leg to propose is a polite gesture of Western nobility, expressing respect and sincere request for the other half.
1、 The origin of proposing to kneel on one knee
There is no traditional marriage custom in China of proposing on one knee. The proposal of kneeling on the right leg originated in the Western court in the 18th century. At that time, knights used kneeling to show respect and submission to the king. Even in modern times, when people propose, kneeling on one knee represents respect and loyalty.
The man kneels on his right knee, rests his left hand on his left knee, holds a bouquet of flowers in his hand, and proposes to his beloved, often giving girls a princess like sense of happiness.
2、 How to kneel on the right leg
Stand naturally with feet shoulder width apart, hands hanging on both sides of the body, take a step forward with the left leg, take a step with the left foot in a bent knee shape, with the left leg in front and the right leg in the back, both legs should be at a 90 degree angle to the lower leg, kneel down on the right knee to maintain body balance.