"Don't Be Shy to Ask Now! A Review of Commonly Used English Phrases for Weddings: Meanings and Usage"

2022.07.05 published

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Summary of "English Phrases" to Use at Weddings

At weddings, we use a lot of English phrases in various places like welcome boards and paper items.

From standard phrases to unique sentences that catch the guests' eyes, there are plenty to choose from.

Here are some English messages that you can be sure to use along with items that are perfect for them!

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ① Eat Drink and Be Married

This is a classic.

Eat Drink and Be Married means let's eat, drink, and enjoy the wedding!

It is a phrase derived from the biblical saying "Eat, drink, and be merry, for tomorrow we die."

It somewhat reminds you of the movie starring Julia Roberts, "Eat Pray Love" ♡

As the phrase suggests, it's perfect to put on menus, next to dessert buffets, or on boards beside drink bars.

By the way ♡

You can replace the last part "Married" with other words, making it especially recommended for brides who want to make a slight arrangement.

For example:

Eat, Drink and Be Happy

Eat, Drink and Be Cheerful

Eat, Drink and Be Relaxing

Eat, Drink and Be Exciting

Etc. ♡

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ② Keep Calm and Carry On

Many people might have seen the phrase Keep Calm and Carry On on posters and merchandise.

Literally translated, it means "Stay calm and do what you need to do."

At weddings, it is common to replace "Carry On" with "Marry Me" to use it.

"Keep Calm and Marry Me" means please marry me.

"Keep Calm and Marry On" becomes a coined phrase, translating roughly to "Stay calm and let's get married" ♡

It could also be good to include on a marriage certificate.

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ③ Today is ○○ Day

"Today is Big Day" is also a common phrase seen on welcome boards and opening movies.

It means today is a very important day; it’s a big event! ♡

But this is versatile too ♡

Today is ○○ & ○○'s Day

Today is a Special day

Today is a beautiful day

Today is the Perfect Day to be Happy

Today is Wedding day

It might be fun to use this in different phrases on welcome boards!

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ④ Live, Love, Laugh, and be Happy

Live, Love, Laugh, and be Happy means let’s live, love, laugh, and be happy!

It features three words starting with “L” linked together with a rhyme.

On the Internet, I found these alternative translations:

Living, loving, and laughing lead to happiness

Happiness can be found in a life filled with love and smiles

All of these meanings are suitable phrases for a wedding that one would want to write on a welcome board ♡

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ⑤ Spread Love, Not Germs

This phrase, Spread Love, Not Germs, was often used at overseas weddings when COVID-19 began to spread.

I often saw it used around entrance temperature checkers or on disinfectant bottle labels.

If you are still using it now, it is recommended to use messages like Spread Love or Spread Love everywhere you go without mentioning COVID-19 or viruses! ♡

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ⑥ It's a Date

It's a Date is a commonly used phrase in save-the-date cards.

It carries the nuance of "That day is set! Let's meet on that day!"

Composed of simple basic words, it gives off a stylish vibe.

By the way ♡

When notifying the date of a wedding in English, in America, it is standard to write it in the order of "month→day→year." (Note the difference as "year/month/day" is common in Japan.)

Also, for the months from January to December, it is essential to use the English names like Jan, Feb, etc., instead of numbers.

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ⑦ Best Day Ever

The phrase Best Day Ever is also a staple at weddings.

Additionally, you can replace the word "Day" with others to create different phrases that are fun ♡

For example:

BEST LOVE EVER

BEST LOVER EVER

BEST SMILE EVER

And many more.

Just replacing one word gives a fresh perspective on this classic phrase.

@nagisa_marry

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ⑧ Thanks a million

Standard English phrases for thank-you tags on small gifts are usually Thank you (so much) etc.

However, adding a different word offers a fresh take.

For instance, Thanks a million ♡

Million means a hundred thousand, expressing how much you appreciate someone.

Thanks a bunch ♡

Bunch means a bunch, conveying the nuance of bundling up your appreciation.

Using words that aren't often seen is also a nice touch!

@haruno45

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ⑨ Tie the Knot

Tie the Knot literally means to create a knot.

From that, it has transitioned to mean getting married, hence its use at weddings.

The slightly roundabout and literary expression feels chic ♡

It would also be lovely to include it on welcome boards or the cover of your profile book.

@haruno45

English Phrase to Use at Weddings ⑩ His Forever / Her Always

You might see the phrase His Forever / Her Always on chair signs for overseas weddings or pre-wedding items.

It conveys the meaning that each is the one forever and the one who is always there ♡

Both Forever and Always are wonderful words.

Also, like before, this phrase can be replaced with other terms.

His Princess / Her Prince

His Juliet / Her Romeo

His One / Her Only

His Crazy / Her Weirdo

And so on ♡

Create Wedding DIY While Understanding the English Meanings ♡

I have introduced some commonly seen English messages in wedding DIY items.

Since there are many phrases that can be transformed, if you are good at or fond of English, it would surely be enjoyable to create your original sentences!

Be sure to use them when making handmade wedding items and related videos! ♡

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