Delivering a perfect best man wedding speech is a challenging responsibility for many. Whilst developing the Best Man’s Speech, one of the key hurdles many “Best Men” face is to decide on whether to go for humor and crack everyone up, or to keep it safe and serious. There are many people who aren’t naturally good at public speaking simply because they feel so terribly nervous. Why? Don’t panic… simply get your framework together on exactly what you’d like to say, and say your words, from the heart. You’ll do great!
What you need to give a great wedding speech is some simple preparation and be aware of the subject you are going to talk about. If you know your topic, you can easily give a fantastic wedding speech, and entertain your audience at the same time.
Ok so you’re ready to deliver an amazing speech…
Here a 9 simple tips to help with your best man wedding speech
- Prepare yourself about what you are going to say. Take your time to think about what you want others to know about the groom and the bride, and what you wish them for their future.
- It’s always a good idea to write it out (it’s not necessary for you to carry the written points to the wedding, but writing it out is always handy as it will help you to remember your key points when you may need them to jolt your memory)
- Identify yourself and your relationship with the groom and bride. This is important as everyone may not be aware of who you are.
- Speak clearly, slowly, and loud enough so that everyone will be able to easily hear what you are speaking about.
- Good etiquette is to start your speech by thanking the parents of bride & groom, as without them, the couple wouldn’t have been born and become the people they are today (Good, bad or ugly, it’s good for a laugh and at least a smile… but maybe be prepared to duck for cover!). Also they typically may have paid a large proportion towards the event, so if appropriate also acknowledge and thank them for making the day so special. Otherwise, if the groom and bride are footing the bill themselves, thank them for organizing such an amazing event and inviting everyone present to share the wonderful occasion.
- It’s also a good idea to tell a story, a funny one-liner or a joke, or use an inspirational quote.
- Let your guard down. It’s ok to show your emotions. This is the wedding of one of your good friends or closest friends… enjoy it! It’s even ok to cry or becoming emotional.
- Keep you best man wedding speech short, to say 5 to 10 minutes.
- Finally, end the speech with a message of hope and congratulate the proud groom and blushing bride.
Nowadays there are many online resources which provide examples of good best man wedding speeches given by a friend or a relative, and of course you will find some humorous speeches on video – see some great examples here. Most websites also offer some of the classic short wedding toasts, touching wedding toasts, and humorous wedding toasts you can find if you look around a bit. Here’s a good resource Wedding Speeches and Toasts
Also, here are some recommended “Best Man Speech” books that you should check out:
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