Q&A for How to Write a Wedding Speech

Make the union of your two friends central to your speech. Give a little background on who you are, then maybe say a few words about who the person was before they met their significant other, then who that person became after they met the person they're marrying. Make it genuine—if you're not a funny person, that might not be the time to try to crack jokes, for instance. Above all, remember that you're celebrating the union of two people.

Express your gratitude for her kindness and work in anecdotes about her and the bride's relationship and things that the bride did during her childhood. Even if their relationship isn't ordinary, it should be treated with admiration and respect.

There is really no way for someone to answer that for you. Think deeply about your feelings for the couple. Talk about how happy the bride has made your son, maybe tell some personal stories. Feel free to add a joke in there too, everyone loves to laugh.

Compliment her the way you would otherwise. Talk up her best qualities, tell her she looks beautiful and that you're confident that her and her husband will make each other happy. Don't try to act as a stand-in for her father, but rather fulfill your duties as a close friend.

You can politely decline to give a speech, and have them ask someone who is more supportive to give the speech.

Take the same basic steps in writing your speech. Be sure to include some humorous or touching stories about your aunt's role in your life and let her know that you're proud that she's a part of your family.

Keep the content of your speech more general. You should still say some nice things about the groom, but don't try to work in as many specific stories or details about their character. A shorter speech focused on the couple's happiness may be best in this type of situation.

Yes, you did. Also, don’t end with: "See you all next time!" Instead, try to wish them a happy future.

Welcome your guests and special guests and thank everyone for coming. Mention the ceremony, how you felt walking up the aisle, or reference anything funny that's happened so far in the day. Thank the Best Man and groomsmen for being awesome. Tell them how good they look.

Depending upon who will be giving the speech, mention good points from their point of view and how their relationship has been, including love, trust, respect, mischief, etc. An experience that they both fondly remember and how it will lead to a trip down the memory lane can flesh out the speech. Use adjectives that signify their bond. You can go ahead and add a quote or a certain saying that they are likely to appreciate at the Indian wedding. A one to two minute speech to let everyone know something about the person is good enough.

Mention how she treats you and deals with difficult situations the best she can. Love and trust should be a major part of the toast. Include something about her best trait or belief system that makes her different from others.