{"id":4357,"date":"2024-06-19T09:45:35","date_gmt":"2024-06-19T07:45:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/?p=4357"},"modified":"2024-06-19T09:41:54","modified_gmt":"2024-06-19T07:41:54","slug":"what-not-to-say-in-a-best-man-speech","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/what-not-to-say-in-a-best-man-speech\/","title":{"rendered":"What Not to Say in a Best Man Speech"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>In this guide, we&#8217;ll cover:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The importance of not dropping the ball on your best man duties<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Topics to avoid like the plague (unless you want to be remembered for all the wrong reasons)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Tips for crafting a speech that will have the crowd in stitches (for the right reasons)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Answers to frequently asked questions that every best man has (but might be too afraid to ask)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>So, grab a pint, sit back, and let&#8217;s dive into the dos and don&#8217;ts of giving a best man speech that will go down in history (for all the right reasons).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\" id=\"rank-math-toc\"><h2>Table of Contents<\/h2><nav><ul><li><a href=\"#the-importance-of-not-screwing-up-your-best-man-speech\">The Importance of Not Screwing Up Your Best Man Speech<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#steer-clear-of-these-cringe-worthy-topics\">Steer Clear of These Cringe-Worthy Topics<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#exes-and-past-relationships\">Exes and Past Relationships<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#embarrassing-stories\">Embarrassing Stories<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#inside-jokes-and-alienating-stories\">Inside Jokes and Alienating Stories<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#political-and-religious-rants\">Political and Religious Rants<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#the-brides-family\">The Bride&#8217;s Family<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#real-life-examples-of-best-man-speeches-gone-wrong\">Real-Life Examples of Best Man Speeches Gone Wrong<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#other-helpful-articles\">Other Helpful Articles<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-to-give-a-speech-that-doesnt-suck\">How to Give a Speech That Doesn&#8217;t Suck<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#speech-examples\">Speech Examples<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#speech-template\">Speech Template<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions-fa-qs\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><ul><li><a href=\"#what-if-im-not-good-at-public-speaking\">What if I&#8217;m not good at public speaking?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#can-i-use-notes-during-my-speech\">Can I use notes during my speech?<\/a><\/li><li><a href=\"#how-long-should-my-speech-be\">How long should my speech be?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li><a href=\"#conclusion\">Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-importance-of-not-screwing-up-your-best-man-speech\"><strong>The Importance of Not Screwing Up Your Best Man Speech<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, I know what you&#8217;re thinking. &#8220;It&#8217;s just a speech, how hard can it be?&#8221; But let me tell you, a best man speech can make or break the whole bloody wedding. You&#8217;ve got the power to either have everyone in stitches with a funny story or make them cringe so hard their faces get stuck that way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Think about it &#8211; you&#8217;re up there representing your best mate, the groom. You&#8217;re supposed to be celebrating him and his lovely new wife, not embarrassing the hell out of them. One wrong word and you could be in the doghouse for years, mate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>So, what&#8217;s a best man to do? How do you give a speech that&#8217;s funny, heartfelt, and doesn&#8217;t result in you getting kicked out of the reception? Well, buckle up, because I&#8217;m about to tell you exactly what NOT to say.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want help planning other things &#8211; like the stag party? Our team of experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/\">Stagmadness<\/a> can help you get it sorted quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f7e6b5ea\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a class=\"blog_banner_link_banner11\" href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/budapest\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"692\" height=\"444\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4.2.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3633\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4.2.png 692w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4.2-660x423.png 660w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 692px) 100vw, 692px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5ec3a765\"><a class=\"gb-container-link\" href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/budapest\"><\/a>\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a class=\"blog_banner_link_banner11\" href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/budapest\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"663\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4.2m.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3673\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4.2m.png 420w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/4.2m-418x660.png 418w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"steer-clear-of-these-cringe-worthy-topics\"><strong>Steer Clear of These Cringe-Worthy Topics<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Making bad jokes and poking fun at people is easy. You&#8217;ll even get some laughs. You&#8217;ll feel like you&#8217;re winning the crowd over. But you&#8217;ll be missing the point.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Your speech should big up the bride, cast the groom in a likeable light, and make everyone glad to be part of the occasion. With that in mind, there are some things you should avoid.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"exes-and-past-relationships\"><strong>Exes and Past Relationships<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>First up, let&#8217;s talk about exes. I know it might be tempting to bring up that time your mate dated that absolute nutter back in <strong>secondary school<\/strong>, but trust me, no one wants to hear about past relationships on a <strong>wedding day<\/strong> that&#8217;s supposed to be about the happy couple&#8217;s future. It&#8217;s just awkward for everyone involved.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/lap-dance-1-1024x683.jpg\" alt=\"Exes and Past Relationships\" class=\"wp-image-3945\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/lap-dance-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/lap-dance-1-660x440.jpg 660w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/lap-dance-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/03\/lap-dance-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Funny example: <\/strong>&#8220;Remember when John dated that girl who was obsessed with her pet ferret? She brought it everywhere, even on dates! Imagine if she&#8217;d shown up today with that furry little monster. Talk about a wedding crasher!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Serious example: <\/strong>&#8220;John, I know we&#8217;ve been through a lot together, including some rough patches in our love lives. But seeing you with Sarah today, it&#8217;s clear that all those past relationships were just stepping stones to finding your true soulmate.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"embarrassing-stories\"><strong>Embarrassing Stories<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, <strong>embarrassing stories<\/strong>. We&#8217;ve all got them &#8211; those wild nights out, the stupid things we did when we were young and dumb. But a wedding is not the time to air that dirty laundry. Sure, you might think it&#8217;s hilarious to tell the story of when the groom got so pissed he puked all over the taxi, but Grandma might not find it as amusing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"660\" height=\"440\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/drinking.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-990\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/drinking.jpg 660w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/drinking-600x400.jpg 600w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 660px) 100vw, 660px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Funny example: &#8220;I could tell you about the time John got so drunk, he tried to chat up a mannequin in a shop window. But I think it&#8217;s best we save those stories for the stag do, eh?&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serious example: &#8220;John, we&#8217;ve shared so many adventures over the years, some more embarrassing than others. But through it all, I&#8217;ve watched you grow into the incredible man you are today &#8211; a man who is ready to start this new chapter with the love of his life.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"inside-jokes-and-alienating-stories\"><strong>Inside Jokes and Alienating Stories<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Now, I know you and your mates probably have a ton of inside jokes that you think are absolutely hilarious. But here&#8217;s the thing &#8211; not everyone at the wedding is going to get them. You don&#8217;t want to alienate half the room with <strong>speech jokes<\/strong> that only a handful of people understand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"684\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/stag-do-foundation-stag-do-crew-1024x684.jpg\" alt=\"Inside Jokes and Alienating Stories\" class=\"wp-image-4266\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/stag-do-foundation-stag-do-crew-1024x684.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/stag-do-foundation-stag-do-crew-660x441.jpg 660w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/stag-do-foundation-stag-do-crew-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/stag-do-foundation-stag-do-crew.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Funny example: &#8220;I was going to tell the story about the &#8216;Incident at the Kebab Shop,&#8217; but then I realised that only five people here would get it. And four of them are too ashamed to admit they were there.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serious example: &#8220;John, our friendship has been filled with so many incredible moments &#8211; moments that have bonded us for life. But today is about celebrating your bond with Sarah, and sharing in the love that everyone in this room has for you both.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"political-and-religious-rants\"><strong>Political and Religious Rants<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Politics and religion &#8211; two topics that are guaranteed to start a row. You might have some strong opinions, but a wedding is not the time or place to share them. Keep your <strong>wedding speech<\/strong> neutral and inclusive. The last thing you want is Aunt Margaret storming out because you made a joke about her political party.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Funny example: &#8220;I thought about making a joke about Brexit, but then I remembered that half of you voted Leave and half voted Remain. And the last thing we need is a wedding turning into a political debate &#8211; we get enough of that at Christmas dinner!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serious example: &#8220;John and Sarah, your love knows no boundaries &#8211; not of race, religion, or political affiliation. You two are a shining example of what it means to come together despite our differences and create something beautiful.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"the-brides-family\"><strong>The Bride&#8217;s Family<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Alright, lads, this one is important. Do not, under any circumstances, make fun of the bride&#8217;s family. Keep your mouth shut. The last thing you want is to piss off your mate&#8217;s new in-laws. They&#8217;re going to be a part of his life forever now, so it&#8217;s best to start things off on the right foot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/absent-friends-and-family-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"The Bride's Family\" class=\"wp-image-4340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/absent-friends-and-family-1024x682.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/absent-friends-and-family-660x439.jpg 660w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/absent-friends-and-family-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/absent-friends-and-family.jpg 1280w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Funny example: &#8220;I was going to make a joke about Sarah&#8217;s dad&#8217;s dance moves, but then I remembered that he&#8217;s a black belt in karate. So, Mr. Johnson, your moves are looking great tonight!&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Serious example: &#8220;Sarah, I want to take a moment to thank your incredible family for welcoming John into their lives with open arms. Your love and support mean the world to him, and I know that together, you&#8217;ll create a beautiful family of your own.&#8221;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"real-life-examples-of-best-man-speeches-gone-wrong\"><strong>Real-Life Examples of Best Man Speeches Gone Wrong<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To help you avoid making the same mistakes, let&#8217;s take a look at some real-life examples of best man speeches that missed the mark:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>The best man who got too drunk: &#8220;I was so nervous about giving my speech that I had a few too many drinks beforehand. By the time I got up to speak, I was slurring my words and could barely stand up straight. It was a disaster.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The best man who shared an inappropriate story: &#8220;I thought it would be funny to share a story about the groom&#8217;s wild bachelor party. But as soon as I started talking about the stripper, I could see the bride&#8217;s face falling. I tried to backtrack, but the damage was done.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The best man who forgot to prepare: &#8220;I figured I could just wing it on the day of the wedding. But when I got up to speak, my mind went completely blank. I stumbled through a few awkward jokes before sitting back down in shame.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>By learning from these mistakes before you put pen to paper, you can avoid making the same ones in your own speech.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"other-helpful-articles\">Other Helpful Articles<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We\u2019ve written a lot about wedding speeches. If you want help with another aspect of getting the speech correct, take a look at these:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/how-long-should-a-best-man-speech-be\/\">How long should a best man speech be?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/what-does-a-best-man-do\/\">What does a best man do?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/how-to-start-a-best-man-speech\">How to start best man speech?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/ai-best-man-speech\/\">Use AI for a best man speech<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/who-does-the-best-man-toast\/\">Who does the best man toast?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/what-to-say-about-the-bride-in-a-best-man-speech\/\">What to say about the bride in a best man speech<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/does-the-best-man-have-to-give-a-speech\">Does the best man have to give a speech?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/how-to-write-best-man-speech-for-brother\/\">How to write best man speech for brother<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/is-it-ok-to-read-a-best-man-speech-from-paper\/\">Is it ok to read a best man speech from paper?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/when-does-the-best-man-speech-happen\/\">When does the best man speech happen?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These are all designed to help you craft the perfect speech. Now let\u2019s look at how to give a good speech and not a terrible one.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-give-a-speech-that-doesnt-suck\"><strong>How to Give a Speech That Doesn&#8217;t Suck<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>So, now that you know what not to say, how do you give a best man speech that&#8217;s actually good? Here are a few tips:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Keep it short and sweet.<\/strong> No one wants to listen to you ramble on for 20 minutes. Aim for around 5-7 minutes tops.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Focus on the positive.<\/strong> Talk about how great your mate is, how happy you are for him, and how much you love the couple together. Put things in a positive light!<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Tell a funny (but appropriate) story.<\/strong> A little bit of humour goes a long way. Just make sure it&#8217;s not too embarrassing or offensive.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Raise a toast.<\/strong> End your speech by raising a glass to the happy couple and wishing them all the best in their future together.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Practice, practice, practice.<\/strong> The more you rehearse your speech, the more confident you&#8217;ll feel on the big day.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n<div class=\"customblock yellowimportant bd-hvtut94isvt613r22qu3evwaz1otbd wp-block-bd--- wp-block-bd-block-881\"><strong class=\"bd-af0aij2kxznbjsb9u6j8nbk6sh37xk\">IMPORTANT:<\/strong>Remember, lads, the best man&#8217;s speech is a big responsibility. But with a little bit of preparation and a lot of heart, you&#8217;ll knock it out of the park.<\/div>\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"speech-examples\"><strong>Speech Examples<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Need some inspiration? Check out these speech examples to get you started:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>&#8220;I&#8217;ve known [Groom] since we were kids, and I&#8217;ve never seen him happier than he is with [Bride]. She brings out the best in him, and I know they&#8217;re going to have an amazing life together.&#8221;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>&#8220;I remember the first time [Groom] told me about [Bride]. He had this big, goofy grin on his face and I knew right then that she was special. And seeing them together today, I know I was right.&#8221;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"speech-template\"><strong>Speech Template<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re really struggling, you can always use a speech template to help you get started. Just remember to personalise it and make it your own. Here&#8217;s a basic outline:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Introduction (who you are and how you know the groom)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Funny story or memory about the groom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Compliment the bride and talk about how happy she makes the groom<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Toast to the couple&#8217;s future together<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"frequently-asked-questions-fa-qs\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"what-if-im-not-good-at-public-speaking\"><strong>What if I&#8217;m not good at public speaking?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Practice, practice, practice! The more you go over your speech, the more comfortable you&#8217;ll feel. And remember, everyone there loves you and wants you to succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"can-i-use-notes-during-my-speech\"><strong>Can I use notes during my speech?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Absolutely! There&#8217;s no shame in having a piece of paper with some key points to keep you on track. Just don&#8217;t read directly from it the whole time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-long-should-my-speech-be\"><strong>How long should my speech be?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Aim for 5-7 minutes. Any longer and you might start losing people&#8217;s attention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"conclusion\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Giving a best man speech can be nerve-wracking, but it doesn&#8217;t have to be a disaster. Just remember to steer clear of those awkward topics, focus on the positive, and speak from the heart. With a little bit of preparation, you&#8217;ll give a speech that the wedding guests will remember for all the right reasons. Good luck, lads!<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-f7e6b5ea blog_banner_link_banner3\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a class=\"blog_banner_link_banner3\" href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/budapest\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"692\" height=\"445\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1.3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3604\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1.3.png 692w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1.3-660x424.png 660w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 692px) 100vw, 692px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"gb-container gb-container-5ec3a765 blog_banner_link_banner3\">\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a class=\"blog_banner_link_banner3\" href=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/budapest\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"420\" height=\"691\" src=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1.3m-3.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-3650\" srcset=\"https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1.3m-3.png 420w, https:\/\/stagmadness.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/02\/1.3m-3-401x660.png 401w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 420px) 100vw, 420px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>In this guide, we&#8217;ll cover: So, grab a pint, sit back, and let&#8217;s dive into the dos and don&#8217;ts of giving a best man speech that will go down in history (for all the right reasons). 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