How to make a wedding toast when you only know one half of the couple?

Elmo Oxygen — Mon, 09 Jul 2007 09:49:59 -0800

I'm supposed to give a toast at my friend's wedding, but I don't really know his fiancee very well. What should I say? My friend and I have been close since high school. For the last 6 years or so, we've been living on opposite coasts. However, we see each other at least once a year, and talk every month or so. He's asked me to be the best man at his wedding, and I've gladly accepted.

From what I understand, the best man makes a toast. I imagine that the toast should be to the couple, and not just to the groom. I have a ton of things to say about my friend, however, I really don't know his fiancee very well at all. I mean, she seems really cool, but we've only really hung out a few times.

What can I say about this person who I barely know that one of my best, oldest friends is about to marry?

Also, do you have any other tips for giving the toast? I've never given a toast before, let alone one as important as this.

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How to make a wedding toast when you only know one half of the couple?