Through years of tradition, bridegroom speeches have developed in such a way that there are already customary parts which are essential in the structure of the speech, and therefore cannot be simply overlooked. These are the following.

The lines for introduction – Although not the most important part of the speech, the opening line is considered to have a great effect on how the rest of the speech would go. After all, this is where you will either capture or lose the attention of your audience. If you fail to get the audience to listen to you with your first few lines, chances are it would be a little harder for you to hold their attention as you continue delivering your speech.

The good thing is, there are some very effective ways that can help ensure that you have your listeners’ attention at the very start. Humor is among them and its power to attract attention to the speaker has been proven time and time again.

Returning previous toasts – The odds are high that you’re not the first one to speak at your wedding reception; chances are equally higher that the previous speaker – most likely your father-in-law – presented toasts to you and your wife. These, you will have to respond to. Doing this is the right thing to do, not to mention the best thing to do in order to make the succession of the wedding speeches fluid.

Say your observations – Although you can do away with this part, many grooms prefer to say a few lines about how the wedding turned out. You can say how wonderful this occasion is for you and your wife or how happy you are that everything is a success.

Compliment your wife – It is a time-honoured tradition to proclaim to your guests how much you appreciate your wife. In this part, you can express your appreciation to her or of the wonderful relationship you have. The groom is free to customize this part of the speech according to the personality and character of his wife.

Offer your thanks – On behalf of your new wife, you will have to express your gratitude to all the people who have helped in the wedding arrangements and preparations and the success of the wedding ceremonies. This is basically the reason you are delivering a speech in the first place. First on your list is thanking your wife’s parents for giving their daughter to you. Next, mention your parents and thank them for all their support and kindness. Thank the guests at the reception for their presence. Single out the names of the individuals who have contributed to the wedding – these include the aunts who prepared the wedding cakes, for example, or the relatives who shouldered the expenses for the bouquets or invitations. And thank your wedding party – your best man or best men, groomsmen, the bridesmaids – for their assistance.

No matter how long your list of people to thank, however, try to limit the number of people you will mention though, otherwise your speech will become very long. To refrain from keeping some important people from being mentioned, ask your wife to thank them on your behalf.

The last toasts – The final words and toasts mark the end of bridegroom speeches. Present toasts to your wife, her parents and your parents, to the bridesmaids and to long and happy marriage. Alternatively, you can finish your speech with short introduction of your best man or a compliment to the bridesmaids.

Bridegroom speechesare basically delivered to express the couple’s gratitude for all the people who have contributed in the success of their wedding. Because of the speech’s nature, many grooms tend to drag on with various names and long lists. Let us help you with creating effective and excellent speeches, check out our resources in this website.