How to Pull Off a Wedding Speech for Your Brother the Whole Family Will Love

You landed the job, now it's time to prepare. Writing a wedding speech for your brother is no easy feat, and it's not one to be taken lightly. Thankfully, with a few tips, tricks and anecdotes from your childhood, you'll soon find yourself breezing through the task.

We've included quite a few examples to help inspire you—some funny ones, some heartfelt ones, and some on the shorter side for those who shy away from public speaking. As long as you stay away from topics to avoid and focus on wedding wishes for your brother, you're all set.

In this article:

• How to Write a Speech for Your Brother's Wedding
• Example Wedding Speeches for Your Brother's Wedding

How to Write a Speech for Your Brother's Wedding

By the time you're giving a wedding speech, you've already done all the hard work. Follow these guidelines as you write a wedding speech to ensure you hit all the fun points without boring the crowd.

1. Prepare a Warm, Catchy Introduction

Start with something a little spunky to grab the guest's attention. Your opening line will show guests that it will be worth tuning in for a few minutes to hear some heartfelt wishes and maybe a few laughs. Try to avoid common phrases like "in case you don't know me" or similar intros, instead opting for something that showcases your personality and sibling connection.

2. Highlight Your Personal Connection with the Groom

If you were asked to give a speech at your brother's wedding, he obviously thinks the world of you. Lean into that and take a moment to highlight your relationship. Use this moment to tell a personal story that shows off your brother's strengths, especially ones that would be helpful in his new marriage.

3. Emphasize the Strengths of the Couple's Relationship

Now, show how the attributes in your story will help grow the newlyweds' relationship. Make sure to compliment your brother's other half here, especially if most of the speech is focused on your brother.

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4. Keep Humor Touching and Tasteful

Steer clear of any potty humor or jokes you don't want your grandma to hear. Any humor that could be insulting or uncomfortable is better left out, especially as many guests might not know your brother too well. If you're having trouble finding anything humorous, that's okay. No need to throw in jokes unless it seems natural to you. You can even admit that you Googled, "How to write a wedding speech for your brother" to get a few laughs! Whatever jokes you go with, keep them tasteful.

5. End With a Toast

It always helps guests to know when it's over by making an actual toast. Share your wishes for the couple, then ask everyone to raise a glass to celebrate together. This will give you a minute to hug the newlyweds while everyone takes a sip and applauds.

6. Rehearse, Rehearse, Rehearse

Now that you have your wedding speech written for your brother, read it out loud over and over again. Practice with a group of friends or in front of the mirror if you need to. Say it again and again until it feels pretty natural and you remember most of it. This will help you to look around the room and at the couple during the speech instead of always staring down at your paper.

Example Wedding Speeches for Your Brother's Wedding

The best speech for your brother's wedding will highlight your relationship, share a heartfelt story, compliment the partner marrying into the family and leave everyone smiling, hoisting their glasses into the air. To do this, you'll want to make a speech that's easy to read, from the heart, and wraps up in three minutes or less.

Here are a few wedding speech ideas for a brother, from heartfelt and emotional to silly and lighthearted. Feel free to mix and match, and, of course, change stories, pronouns, adjectives and anecdotes to fit your family and the newlyweds.

The Best Wedding Speech for Your Brother

Whether you're giving the best man speech or a toast as the maid of honor, you are helping to set the celebratory tone for the evening. Keep the spotlight for about three minutes to keep guests engaged before passing off the microphone. Here's a sample speech for a brother's wedding that is sure to get a round of applause.

Good evening, everyone. I'm [Your Name], the smartest of the [Your Last Name] siblings, and up until today, [Groom's Name] had been the best looking. Now, that crown is passed to [Partner's Name]—welcome to the family, sis!

Growing up with [Groom's Name] was an adventure. He was the kind of brother who'd tackle you during a game of backyard football, then help you up and offer you an ice pack—one that he probably needed more than you. He's always been full of heart, a little too much energy, and more confidence than any one person should legally have.

But even as kids, I knew there was something steady in him. He's fiercely loyal, deeply caring, a little stinky, and—though he'd never admit it—a total softie underneath it all. Especially when it comes to the people he loves. Then [Partner's Name] came along. And suddenly…Andrew started wearing deodorant. Voluntarily. That's when I knew this was different.

[Partner's Name], you are graceful, brilliant and kind. You bring out the best in him, and honestly, a level of maturity I wasn't totally sure he had until you showed up. You two just fit—equal parts fun, strong and full of joy.

To our parents—thank you. For raising a son who knows how to love deeply, show up for people, and occasionally even wash dishes. And thank you, [Partner's Name] parents, for raising someone to match [Groom's Name]'s tenacity for life.

Today, I'm not just gaining a sister—I'm gaining a friend, a teammate in teasing [Groom's Name], and someone who clearly sees the same beautiful things in him that we all do.

Everyone, please join me in raising a glass to the happy couple. Cheers to [Groom's Name] and [Partner's Name], and best wishes for a lifetime of adventure, laughter and love!"

Funny Wedding Speech for Your Brother

When you're writing wedding speech jokes, there are some obvious topics to avoid, such as past relationships or any stories that went down when someone was heavily intoxicated. Try to include some lighthearted humor in more unique ways. Here's an example of a funny speech for a brother's wedding from a sister or other sibling.

By the fact my nose matches [Groom's Name]'s just perfectly, you've probably already guessed we're related—and you'd be right. I'm [Your Name], sibling of [Groom's Name].

Now, standing here today, I have to admit… I always knew this day would come. The day [Groom's Name] would find someone so incredible, so smart, so beautiful…that she'd agree to legally bind herself to a man who once broke my nose during a late-night pickleball game. That's when I learned that love can be messy—but apparently, it's also incredibly forgiving.

In all seriousness, [Groom's Name] and I grew up doing all the things siblings do: wrestling on the trampoline, blaming each other for broken stuff, and competing over who could annoy Mom the most. And somewhere in there—in between the chaos—I learned that [Groom's Name] is loyal, determined, and someone who would go to great lengths for the people he loves. Even if those lengths occasionally involved hiding his stinky gym laundry in my pillowcase.

Then came [Partner's Name]. From the moment they met at the pottery studio, something changed. [Groom's Name] started using beard oil. He started saying things like "charcuterie board." That's when I knew…he found the one.

[Partner's Name], you are a rockstar. Not only did you say "yes" to [Groom's Name], but you also said "yes" to this wonderfully weird family. And for that, we're all so blessed—especially [Groom's Name]. Because behind every great man… is a woman rolling her eyes because he left his socks on the floor again.

But truly, what you two have is something really special. You complement each other in all the right ways: [Groom's Name] brings enthusiasm and energy, and [Partner's Name] brings the grace, patience and the ability to locate his phone charger.

So let's raise a glass to [Groom's Name] and [Partner's Name]—may your life together be full of joy, adventure and an endless supply of charcuterie. Cheers!

Emotional Wedding Speech for Your Brother

There's nothing quite like a sibling bond, and that might make your wedding speech for your brother quite emotional. That is a wonderful thing, and love and loyalty should be celebrated. Here's an example of one such speech.

Good evening, everyone. I'm [Your Name], [Groom's Name] sibling, and today, I have the honor of standing here, trying to put into words what it means to watch someone you've known your whole life take this beautiful step into marriage.

Growing up with [Groom's Name] has been one of the greatest gifts of my life. I've seen every side of him—the fearless kid who thought it would be fun to ride his bike down the stairs, the stubborn teenager who always believed he was right (even when he definitely wasn't), and the man he's become: steady, kind, full of integrity and full of heart.

There's one memory I come back to often: [Groom's Name] spent hours outside in the cold teaching me how to play hockey. I was clumsy, falling every few seconds, and constantly missing the net. But he never laughed, never gave up on me—just kept showing up, skating beside me, picking me up when I fell. That's who he is. Someone who shows up when it matters. Someone you can count on.

And now, watching him with [Partner's Name], I see that same steady, patient love—the kind that builds something lasting.

[Partner's Name], you bring out a part of [Groom's Name] that is even more open, even more grounded. You see him for everything he is—and love him for it. And in return, he loves you with a quiet strength that speaks volumes. You two balance each other in all the best ways.

My wish for you both is that your days continue to be filled with grace, your love grows even deeper with time, and you always carry that same sense of loyalty, care and partnership into everything you face together. Here's to [Groom's Name] and [Partner's Name]! Cheers.

Short Wedding Speech for Your Brother

Whether you don't love public speaking or you've been asked to keep it short, a wedding speech under two minutes certainly has a place in the world. This sample hits all the necessary points without getting long.

Hi everyone, I'm [Your Name], [Groom's Name] sibling—and proud lifelong witness to his most questionable haircuts, most competitive board game strategies, and now, his very best decision: marrying [Partner's Name].

Growing up with [Groom's Name], I saw plenty of his weaknesses, from being unable to get that dirty laundry into the hamper to—sorry [Partner's Name]—being a bit too competitive during family game night. But that insider knowledge is also what allows me to know [Groom's Name]'s strengths, which include a vigor for life, passion for people and a phenomenal sense of humor.

And now, I see the way [Groom's Name] looks at [Partner's Name], the way they support each other. They are building something strong and honest—and it's inspiring. It's the kind of love that feels like home.

So here's to the two of you building a home together—one full of laughter, love and learning. Cheers to the happy couple!

Wedding Speech for Your Older Brother

Now is your time to highlight all the joys of having an older brother and how that prepared him to be a wonderful husband. Lean into your sibling friendship for this, and you're sure to get plenty of smiles and laughter.

Hi everyone, I'm [Your Name], [Groom's Name] younger sibling—though "younger" really just means I got to spend most of my life looking up to him.

Growing up, [Groom's Name] was more than just a brother—he was a guide, a protector, and sometimes, let's be honest, a bit of a bossy know-it-all.

But with all that knowledge he supposedly had, he did end up teaching me quite a bit. He taught me how to be patient, how to stay grounded, and how to keep going, even when things got tough. And now, watching him stand here with [Partner's Name], I see all of those qualities reflected in the way he loves her.

[Partner's Name], from the moment you came into [Groom's Name] life at that fateful 5K finish line, something shifted. He was always strong, but with you, there's a softness too—a calm, quiet kind of joy. I honestly couldn't have imagined anyone more perfect to walk beside him through life.

So here's to a love that's steady, selfless and strong—to a lifetime of being each other's safe space. Cheers to you both.

Wedding Speech for Your Younger Brother

While you've likely lovingly teased your younger brother for quite a bit of his life, keep that to a minimum for his wedding speech. Celebrate the person he has become, more so than the fact that he is the youngest of you all.

Hi everyone, I'm [Your Name], [Groom's Name] older sibling—and lifelong expert in reminding him who called dibs on the front seat first.

Growing up, I always felt this natural instinct to look out for [Groom's Name]. He was my little brother—curious, stubborn and always trying to keep up. Whether it was schoolwork, sports or just figuring out how the world worked, he was always right there, ready to learn—even if he didn't always listen the first time.

But over the years, something crazy happened. He grew up! Slowly but surely, he moved from my little brother into a true friend and confidant. Now, [Partner's Name] has come to steal him away!

In all honesty, [Partner's Name], you bring out the best in [Groom's Name]—his calm, his strength, his goofy side—and seeing the two of you together just makes sense. You're not only perfect for him, you're also the only one I trust to keep him in line, so thank you for taking over that job.

[Groom's Name], I'm so proud of the man you've become, and even more proud to stand here today and celebrate this new chapter of your life.

Here's to the both of you—a lifetime of love, joy, and choosing each other again and again. Cheers!