Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

to pop the question

Phrase
/tə pɒp ðə ˈkwɛsʧən/
Definition
To ask someone to marry you.
Examples
  • After dating for five years, John decided it was time to pop the question.
  • During a romantic dinner at their favorite restaurant, he finally popped the question.
Meaning
This phrase is commonly used to describe the moment when someone proposes marriage to their partner.
Synonyms
  • Propose
  • Make a proposal
  • Ask for someone’s hand in marriage