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Groom Speech Opening Lines
If you’re unsure how to start your groom speech, we have compiled a selection of groom speech opening lines to inspire you. These lines can be used as they are or adapted to your speech.
These openers are based on classic groom speech opening. You may have heard similar ones at other weddings. Adapting classic lines is a great way to keep your groom speech fresh and original.
The opening lines...
- “Ladies and Gentlemen, I’d like to thank you all for coming to, what for us is a very special day. It wouldn’t have been the same without you. No, it would have been much cheaper.”
- “Ladies and Gentlemen, before I start I’d just like to say that my new wife helped me writing this speech. Well, she vetted it, so if it’s inappropriate and offensive, blame her.”
- “Ladies and gentleman, before I start I’d like to extend my thanks to (father of the bride) for his kind words, thank you. I feel less like I’ve lost my freedom and more like I’ve gained a father-in-law. I’ll do my best to live up to your expectations and promise I’ll take good care of you daughter and do everything I can to ensure she takes care of me.”
- “Ladies and Gentlemen, my wife and I- I’ve practised those words in the mirror many times- we’re so pleased you’re all here to help us celebrate our wedding day. Having our friends and family here with us is the best start to married life I can imagine.”
- “Ladies and gentlemen, for at least the third time today I rise from a seat with paper in my hand. It puts my nerves into perspective.”