Best Mans Speech Basics

Posted by Destinee R. Lanigan on May 30, 2010

To be chosen as best man in a wedding is flattering-this only shows that you play a very important role in a person’s life for that person to give you this honor. There’s only one thing, however, that can make this experience dreadful: the best mans speech. Public speaking is not everybody’s forte, unless you’re in politics where public speaking is almost a daily thing, of if you’re into teaching in which talking to various people is an everyday activity.

To help you conquer your anxiety and nervousness, it would help if you start preparing now. The primary thing you must do is to learn the various characteristics of a best man speech.

First, do not forget your background in the best Mans speech. Don’t forget to mention your relationship to the groom-whether a brother, friend, or officemate, for example. You can tell everybody how the groom is as a friend or brother, and then express your gratitude for giving you the honor of being the best man.

Second, you should thank key participants in the wedding-especially the couple, the hosts, and the father of the bride, being the first to deliver a speech.

Third, to keep your speech from getting boring, you should inject some funny stories. There are probably some minor disasters during the wedding preparations, for instance, that you can mention in your stories. Anecdotes about the couple, or the groom, are also among the sources of humor and fun. It’s important to note, however, that your humor should not be malicious. Your jokes should not be at the expense of others and shouldn’t seriously embarrass anybody-avoid jokes that can cause awkwardness afterwards.

Fourth, the giving of advice should follow after this. If you’re also married, you can give pointers about things like the elements of a good and lasting marriage, ways to overcome challenges, and many more. However, even a single best man can give some pointers that can help improve relationships.

If there are invited guests who were not able to make it but have sent their messages, the best man can also read them.

Fifth and last, toasting the new husband and wife is often the speech ender. Wish them a happy life together and express your happiness for the love they share.

All the said characteristics of a best mans speech can help you write your own speech and give you more preparation. Making the speech should be easier, and practicing will surely give you more confidence as you face the big crowd during the wedding day.

Is your best bud’s wedding just around the corner? Gather all your resources and start writing your best mans speech now!