Wedding Pronouncement Wording: 10 Examples for Every Style

Published June 7, 2026 · Scripts & Wording

The pronouncement is the last thing you say as an officiant, and arguably the most quoted moment of the entire ceremony. Here are 10 options across different tones.

Classic and traditional

1. “By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you husband and wife.”
2. “By the authority vested in me, I now pronounce you married.”
3. “It is my honor to now pronounce you married partners for life.”

Modern and inclusive

4. “By the power vested in me, I now pronounce you married.”
5. “I now pronounce you married. Go ahead — kiss your spouse.”
6. “By the power of love, friendship, and a very official-looking certificate, I pronounce you married.”

Warm and personal

7. “Surrounded by everyone who loves you most, I now pronounce you married.”
8. “You’ve been each other’s person for a while now — today just made it official. I pronounce you married.”
9. “[Partner A] and [Partner B], from this moment forward, you’re a family. I now pronounce you married.”

Light and funny

10. “By the power vested in me by the internet, I now pronounce you married. You may kiss!”

A quick delivery tip

Pause slightly before the word “married” — the tiny beat of silence builds anticipation and makes the moment land harder. Then let the room erupt.

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