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You have been asked to have the best man at your close friend's wedding. You are honored, but the thought of giving a toast at the reception makes you nervous. Giving a best man wedding toast does not have to be a terrifying experience. If you follow these tips, you will be able to give a memorable best man toast with confidence.

1) The most important step in giving a great best man wedding toast is to be prepared . Decide exactly what you want to say in your toast. Write your speech several weeks in advance. How do you know the couple? What did the groom first tell you about meeting the bride? How has the groom changed since knowing the bride?

2) The next thing you should do is practice . Stand in front of the mirror. Perform your toast in front of friends or a video camera. Make sure you either memorize your wedding toast, or know it well well that you do not have to read it from note cards. The more familiar you are with your toast, the more confident you will be when delivering it.

3) Be personal, but not embarrassing ! No one (especially the bride) wants to hear about the groom's old girlfriends or how he made a fool of himself at the bachelor party. If you are unsure about some of the content, get opinions from friends or family. Ask yourself, "Would I want someone saying this at my wedding"?

4) Keep your wedding toast short . Remember, there will be lots of people who will want to congratulate the bride and groom. Make sure your speech is no longer than 5 minutes. No one wants to listen to a long, drawn out toast.

5) Finally, do not drink too much before giving your toast. No matter how well you know your toast, alcohol makes you say things you will regret later. Limit yourself to one or two drinks before the toast to calm your nerves.

Giving a best man wedding toast does not have to be stressful. Following these 5 easy steps will help you relax and enjoy your friend's very special day.

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Source by Elizabeth Grimes