To sign 'will you marry me,' begin with the sign for 'marry' by bringing both hands together in front of your chest, clasping your dominant hand over your non-dominant hand. Next, point your dominant index finger forward to sign 'you.' It is essential to raise your eyebrows and lean forward slightly while signing, as this facial expression indicates that you are asking a yes/no question.
Sign 'I', 'buy', 'ring', then pause and sign 'MARRY YOU' with raised eyebrows to show the direct question.
Sign 'HE', 'ASK-you', then 'MARRY YOU' with raised eyebrows, followed by 'WHEN' with furrowed eyebrows.
Sign 'SHE', 'FINALLY', 'ASK-me', then shift your body slightly and sign 'MARRY YOU' with raised eyebrows to role-shift into her perspective.
Sign 'I', 'buy', 'ring', then pause and sign 'MARRY YOU' with raised eyebrows to show the direct question.
Sign 'HE', 'ASK-you', then 'MARRY YOU' with raised eyebrows, followed by 'WHEN' with furrowed eyebrows.
Sign 'SHE', 'FINALLY', 'ASK-me', then shift your body slightly and sign 'MARRY YOU' with raised eyebrows to role-shift into her perspective.
No, you do not need to sign every English word. In ASL, the signs 'MARRY' and 'YOU' combined with the correct facial expression (raised eyebrows) perfectly and naturally convey the entire question 'Will you marry me?'
In ASL, facial expressions act as grammar. Raised eyebrows indicate a yes/no question. If you keep your face neutral, you are simply stating 'marry you' instead of asking a question.
Yes, there is a specific sign for 'propose' or 'offer,' but signing 'MARRY YOU' with a questioning face is the most direct, common, and easily understood way to pop the question in ASL.
