Is 19 too young for engagement?

Question

It's probably ot the best idea getting married at 19 but getting engaged is safe isn't it? If it doesnt work...call everything off.
I don't believe in divorce either so if I get married, it would be much older.

Answer 1

I think 19 is to young, because at 19 people are still to immature to make the right choice.

Answer 2

Honestly, I think it depends on the person. I know some that got engaged at 18, and are still together 20 years later. However, my parents got engaged at 19, and divorced at 42. So, it doesn't always last. But if YOU think it will, just getting engaged doesn't seem too bad. Like you said, you could wait till you're much older to actually get married.

Answer 3

I have a friend who is pretty much in the same situation. And the thing is, if you are positive that this person is truly for you, then go ahead. I think that it is stupid to put an age of love, personally. But i also think that it isn't too smart to put yourself in a situation that you might not be completely ready for. I know that you may think you are ready, but that could also be teenage ignorance. I think that you should put some time and thought into what you are doing here. I know it is going to be a long way away, but think: you could just be in a relationship and being engaged is pretty much the same thing. I don't think that you should do this mainly because if you are asking on the yahoo answers site, you are unsure enough to not do it. I am sorry, but this called for an honest opinion. May all the luck in the world be with you if you decide to and may God bless but if it doesn't work, then i wish you luck in your next endeavor :)

Answer 4

It's not unsafe, but it's probably a better idea to wait. If you don't want to get married soon, waiting isn't going to hurt any if the two of you are serious. A lot of younger people seem to feel a need to get involved in serious relationships pretty quickly, and they rarely end up staying together. Youth should be spent dating different people to see what you like and want out of relationships -- not rushing to the alter.



Engagement should be a serious commitment with plans to actually get married. Things like engagement rings are very expensive if you want to get your partner a quality ring. It can damage a young person's financial status significantly, because younger people very rarely make enough money to support themselves -- let alone have the cash go out and buy something that isn't a necessity.

Answer 5

Honey, nothing is for sure anymore. Just because two people get married, doesn't mean they can stay together - even if YOU don't believe in divorce. You partner can leave.

And 19 is awfully young to be getting engaged. Most 19 year olds don't know their head from a hole in the ground.

Answer 6

no its not too young but my sisters friend got engaged at 16 got married at 17 they are both 24 now with 3 kids and getting a divorce. but that's just them my advice if you do get married young wait awhile before you have kids they put extra strain on the marriage.

good luck.

Answer 7

Im afraid that you may be too young. Remember that engagement symbolizes a promise to your partner. You are promising that you are going to be faithful and that you will be there for him anytime in any situation. It also represents a limit. You are limiting yourself to not seing anyone else and to try to spend the rest of your life with him. Also you wont be able to go clubbing by yourself. You would be limited. If you can live with that then its ok. If I were you I wouldn't do it. I would live my life first and enjoy the most that I can. Then, I'll think about getting leashed.

Answer 8

No, as long as the engagement lasts 10 years.

Answer 9

my and my girl are engaged. shes 20 and im 24 but we plan on having a long engagement we have been dating for 3 years. i started dating her when she was 18

Answer 10

Well, I'm 19 and I think I am mature enough to be engaged if I had found that one person who meant the world to me.

Answer 11

I think you have the right idea -- get engaged but make it a looong engagement, wait a few years to get married.

Answer 12

You know, I don't think age really matters in terms of marriage as long as the two people are compatible. But no, I do not believe that 19 year olds in American are mature enough.

Answer 13

An engagement is fine.

It's a good idea to marry when you're older, you'd know your relationship better.

Answer 14

dont do anything if you have to question it

I say you wait



Follow your HEAD !

not Your Heart!

Answer 15

YES.