Weddings are very visual. There are so many people to watch and so many events to see. You can enjoy a wedding even if you dont understand the language. Here is some wedding vocabulary to learn:
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The wedding party refers to all of the people who are in the wedding. These people typically stand at the front during the ceremony. They often wear clothing that matches the theme of the wedding. They also sit with the couple for dinner.
bride: woman getting married
groom: man getting married
best man: grooms best friend or closest family member
maid of honour: brides best friend or closest family member
groomsmen: other male friends or family members who stand up with the groom
bridesmaids: other female friends or family members who stand up with the bride
flower girl: young female child who carries the flowers
ring bearer: young male child who carries the wedding rings
Other People at Weddings
guests: all of the people who go to the wedding
priest/minister/justice of the peace: person who legally marries the couple
emcee: host; person who does most of the talking at the wedding reception
DJ: person who plays the music
photographer: person who takes the wedding pictures
caterer: person who makes the food for the reception
Typical Wedding Schedule:
1. Guests arrive at the ceremony
2. Wedding party walks down the aisle to music
3. Brides father escorts her down the aisle to music
4. Bride and groom exchange vows
5. Groom kisses the bride
6. Minister invites the guests to congratulate the newlyweds
7. Wedding party walks back down the aisle to music
8. Wedding party poses for professional photographs
9. Reception begins
10. Emcee introduces him or herself
11. Dinner is served
12. Friends and family deliver speeches
13. Bride and groom have first dance
14. Dancing continues
13. Bride and groom cut the wedding cake
14. Dessert is served
15. Bride throws her bouquet to single women
16. Groom removes the garter ; throws to single men
17. DJ announces last song
18. Bride and groom depart
19. Bride and groom take a honeymoon
What to say to the bride and/or groom after the wedding
Congratulations!
You look stunning.
You look handsome.
Your dress is gorgeous.
The food was delicious.
Thank you for inviting us.
We really enjoyed ourselves.
The wedding was beautiful.
Whens the honeymoon?
Questions you may need to ask at a wedding
Where is the gift table?
What time is the reception?
Where should I sit?
Who are the brides parents?
Which one is the best man?
What is the maid of honours name?
How do you know the bride and groom?
Can I take your photograph?
When will the dancing start?
Where is the washroom?
