Wedding - that time when every word and smile can leave an impression for a lifetime. And who doesn't want to make the best, truest and most heartfelt impression, especially when it's a speech or a toast at a wedding. Therefore, the idea that a wedding speech could be written by artificial intelligence may seem like a touch of synthetics. But is it?

The most beautiful phrase will sound empty if it is not filled with true emotions. Therefore, of course, the most effective and wonderful toasts and wedding speeches will be those that come from the heart. But a wedding is an exciting event and although the heart is full of feelings, the words may not come so easily. Therefore, artificial intelligence tools can be assistants that open up creativity, suggest ideas and "lay" the foundation of the wedding speech. So the important thing is that you don't use the AI-generated texts directly, but as suggestions, ideas or a skeleton of speech to process according to your taste and feelings.

What can be done with artificial intelligence:

• create a text structure;
• to get ideas, especially if you are not used to public speaking;
• to save time when preparing a draft text;
• to take a ready-made text for personal adjustment.

What cannot be done with artificial intelligence:

• replace authentic feelings and personal experiences;
• too general a text can sound clichéd and “cool”.

And in fact, artificial intelligence enters the world of weddings with practical help - to save time and reduce stress. If you once had to ask a talented friend for help to write exactly the wedding speech you wanted, now all you have to do is enter a few sentences about the couple and the system will generate a version of the wedding speech. Or several.

However, this process is not only technical. AI can adapt the style, from formal to amusing, and gives creative freedom to those who would otherwise be afraid to even start writing. The problem starts when a person relies solely on the algorithm, without bothering to put their own authenticity into the story.

The biggest benefits of using AI in wedding speeches:

• Speed – draft in minutes;
• Structure – organized introduction, middle and conclusion of the speech.
• Flexibility of style – can create both a formal and a more relaxed tone.
• Creative ideas – helps to overcome the moment when you sit in front of a white sheet of paper and do not know where to start.

Risks of writing wedding speeches with artificial intelligence

AI-generated speeches tend to lack personality. Even if it mentions a couple of words and some symbolic facts, the text often relies on general phrases that can sound alienating or like we don't speak everyday. Also, if multiple people use the same platform, there is a risk that wedding speeches will start to become too similar, just like AI-generated social media posts. Therefore, AI tools are great helpers if used wisely.

AI-generated speech can be drastically different, depending on what we ask the AI. So the key also lies in the request. If your question is general, the AI ​​will give a clichéd result - a wedding speech, like everyone else. On the other hand, the more nuances in the mini-request, the more unique the text created by the AI ​​will be.

In addition, one more important factor should be remembered - if the wedding speech is intended to be in Latvian, the text created by AI tends to be erroneous, including offensive. Post-processing of the text is mandatory.

Examples:

General, non-specific request: Write a fun wedding toast; bride – Laura, groom – Miks; the couple met while hiking in the mountains.

AI generated text:

"Dear guests, let's raise our glasses to Laura and Mika!
Their love began in the mountains - where the air is fresher and the real character comes to light. Because if you still want to talk to a person after ten kilometers of climbing with a backpack, then, believe me, this is a sure sign: this is the right one!

Laura and Miks climbed the mountain, but found something even greater than the view from the top - each other. And today they start another big journey - marriage. There is no map here, no GPS, but there is a compass that points to the heart.

May there not be too many stones in your shoes on this road, but if someone does appear, always give each other a hand and help you move on.

So let's raise our glasses - may their love always be like mountain air: fresh, strong and a little intoxicating!"

A more nuanced request: Write a cheerful, heartfelt wedding toast in a spiritual mood; bride – Laura, groom – Miks; the couple met on a hike in the mountains, have been together for eight years and have a foster daughter, Loti. Write as if this speech was created not by artificial intelligence, but by a human. Adds emotions and feelings.

AI generated text:

"Dear friends, family and everyone here today to celebrate the love of Laura and Mick!

I've known Mick for a long time, and I've always thought he likes a challenge. But probably the biggest challenge in his life started when he met Laura in the mountains. Because the mountains are beautiful, but also demanding - just like real love. And having seen them together for eight years now, I can safely say: they walk this trek with heart and soul.

The Holy Scriptures say that "love bears all things, believes all things, hopes all things, endures all things." I think these words perfectly describe Laura and Mika - their patience, joy for each other and ability to find light in almost every moment.

And God gave them the greatest blessing - little Lot. She is like a beautiful star in their family sky, reminding them that love is not just between two people, but grows and becomes a living, breathing miracle.

So let's raise our glasses! Let their marriage be like a strong path in the mountains - sometimes steep, but always leading to the top. May their love remain like a light that shows the way even when clouds cover the sky. And may their family always be blessed with peace, joy and warmth.

For Laura, Mika and little Lot - for love that stands above all mountains!"

The wedding speech variants shown in the examples are generated with ChatGPT, but slightly improved to sound "in Latvian". Not bad, right?

How to write a great wedding speech?

As already outlined at the beginning of the article, - nothing can be more powerful than a wedding toast or a speech said from the heart, truly and authentically. So that what is said corresponds to the nature of both the speaker and the couple.

To make it easier to prepare such a speech (at least an idea and a draft, so that later the right words come easier), take a look at the structure of how to make a wedding speech:

• Begin with warm humor.

A witty comment about the couple or a fond memory of an experience you've had together will lighten the mood and grab attention.

• Personalize

Involved tells a story of experience that shows the true nature of the couple and highlights why they are right for each other.

• Let go of emotions

A wedding is the right time to indulge in heartfelt emotions. Express gratitude for the opportunity to be present on this special day with them; touches the hearts of the listeners by mentioning love and family, the inspiring love story of grandma and grandpa, which is so similar to the young couple's experience.

• Mention the values

Gives speech higher values, depending on one's and the couple's philosophy of life - talking about patience, blessing, or incorporating lines from a folk song or the Bible. One strong phrase is enough.

• Conclude the speech with a concise toast

And remember – the truer and more open speech, the better! There is no place for stiffness, but for real emotions and desires.

Author of the article: Ieva Simanoviča