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Wedding Speech Examples

Find inspiration for your perfect wedding toast with our collection of speech examples for every wedding role. Each example can be customized to fit your unique relationship and style.

Whether you're a best man, maid of honor, father of the bride, or any other key wedding participant, our curated speech examples will help you craft a memorable wedding toast that honors the couple and engages your audience.

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How to Write a Wedding Speech in 5 Steps

  1. 1. Start with an introduction

    Begin by introducing yourself and your relationship to the couple. Keep it brief but warm.

  2. 2. Share meaningful stories

    Include 1-2 heartfelt or humorous anecdotes that highlight the character of the person you're celebrating.

  3. 3. Acknowledge the partnership

    Speak about the couple as a unit, mentioning how they complement each other and expressing your support.

  4. 4. Offer advice or well wishes

    Include a brief piece of wisdom, quote, or heartfelt wishes for their future together.

  5. 5. End with a toast

    Conclude by asking everyone to raise their glasses in celebration of the couple.

Pro Tip: Practice your speech several times before the wedding day. Time yourself to ensure it's not too long—the ideal wedding speech is 3-5 minutes (about 500-700 words).

Wedding Speech Examples by Role

Best Man Speech

The best man speech is traditionally humorous yet heartfelt. Find examples that balance funny anecdotes with sincere wishes for the couple.

5-7 minutes
500-700 words
Moderate
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Maid of Honor Speech

Discover elegant and touching maid of honor speech examples that celebrate friendship and welcome the groom into the family.

4-6 minutes
450-650 words
Moderate
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Father of the Bride Speech

Emotional and heartwarming father of the bride speech examples that perfectly capture giving away your daughter on her special day.

6-8 minutes
600-800 words
Challenging
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Groom Speech

Groom speech examples that graciously thank guests, honor both families, and express love for your new spouse.

5-7 minutes
550-750 words
Moderate
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Bride Speech

Modern bride speech examples that break tradition and allow you to share your perspective on your wedding day.

5-7 minutes
500-700 words
Moderate
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Mother of the Groom Speech

Touching mother of the groom speech examples that welcome the bride to the family and share cherished memories of your son.

4-6 minutes
450-650 words
Moderate
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Mother of the Bride Speech

Heartfelt mother of the bride speech examples that celebrate your daughter's journey and welcome her partner to the family.

4-6 minutes
450-650 words
Moderate
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Why Wedding Speeches Matter

Wedding speeches are a cherished tradition that add a personal touch to the celebration. They provide an opportunity for close friends and family to express their love, share memories, and offer wisdom to the newlyweds.

A well-crafted wedding speech can capture the essence of relationships, celebrate the couple's journey, and create lasting memories for everyone present. While the prospect of public speaking can be intimidating, with proper preparation and guidance, anyone can deliver a memorable toast.

Our collection of wedding speech examples serves as a starting point for crafting your own unique message. Whether you're aiming for humor, sentimentality, or a perfect blend of both, our templates can be customized to reflect your authentic voice and relationship with the couple.

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