Definition A eulogy/memorial speech. Structure/outline 1. The introduction is straightforward, for example: “Shaun Kane was a dear friend of the family” or “I knew Shaun Kane briefly, but he cannot be forgotten”. The traditional beginning is: “Dearly beloved, we are gathered here…” The purpose of the introduction is to establish…

Definition The charity speech informs about fundraising, expresses gratitude for sponsors and donators, and attracts new ones. Structure/outline Introduction: informs why the speech is delivered and on whose behalf. Attention getter. Main body: 1) Informs about the results achieved. 2) Illustrates how the results were achieved. 3) Explains why fundraising…

Person 1: With deepest appreciation we accept this honor to speak on behalf of our team that has successfully fulfilled a two-year project. Person 2: I would like to thank our CEO Mr. Jonathan Brown for his support during these two hard years. I hope that our team has lived…

Definition The impromptu speech is given without any preparation, any notes or other additional materials; it is a spontaneous reaction to the topic at hand which may introduce an interesting turn to the discussion. Structure/outline Introduction: spontaneous. Launch one or two of the new initiatives within the topic area. Describe…

Let me start by saying that I am very proud to be addressing you today as the students of Toronto University for the last time. In some moments we shall receive the diplomas and become the 2005 graduates of the Linguistics faculty, newly-fledged Masters of Art in Translation. I guess…

Definition An anniversary speech is a speech presented at an anniversary of a happy/tragic event in a family (e.g. a wedding anniversary), in a company (e.g. anniversary of General Motors), in a country (e.g. Independence Day). Structure/outline Every anniversary speech is unique. In fact, the generic term of an “anniversary…

Dear friends, juniors and seniors, I am deeply honored with the nomination into my high school hall of fame. I have graduated from school 27 years ago, in 1982. Yes, it was long ago, but most of the time I was connected with my university. First, I have been involved…

Dear parents, dear husband, dear friends and relatives, You have all been so kind to me that I can hardly know what words to pick to express my gratitude for you. I was very glad to see all my close people at the today’s wedding party. Thank you for coming…