C1
Speeches & Toasts
ការថ្លែងសុន្ទរកថា និងការលើកកែវ
🎯 Objective / គោលបំណង:
Learn to command a room with structured, formal phrasing for special occasions.
🥂 Scenario: A Retirement Dinner
❌ Novice (Flat & Abrupt)
"Um, excuse me everyone. So, John is leaving. He was a good worker. Good luck John. Cheers."
(Result: Awkward silence. Lacks gravity.)
✅ Expert C1 (Structured & Emotive)
1. The Hook: "If I could have everyone's attention for just a moment..."
2. The Tribute: "Tonight we gather not just to say goodbye, but to honor a legacy. John's dedication has been the backbone of this team."
3. The Toast: "So, please raise your glasses. To John: may your next chapter be as remarkable as this one. To John!"
The Anatomy of a Toast
A great toast has three distinct parts. Do not skip any.
1. The Hook (Getting Attention) ការទាក់ទាញចំណាប់អារម្មណ៍
Don't tap the glass. Use your voice.
"Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen..."
"If I could borrow your ears for a moment..."
"Distinguished guests, ladies and gentlemen..."
"If I could borrow your ears for a moment..."
2. The Tribute (Honoring) ការសម្តែងការគោរព
Connect the person to a value (Dedication, Kindness, Innovation).
"I’d like to take this opportunity to acknowledge..."
"What stands out most about [Name] is..."
"I’d like to take this opportunity to acknowledge..."
"What stands out most about [Name] is..."
3. The Call to Action (The Toast) ការលើកកែវជូនពរ
Tell people exactly what to do. End on a high note.
"I invite you all to charge your glasses..."
"Here’s to [Name]!"
"I invite you all to charge your glasses..."
"Here’s to [Name]!"
Select the Best Phrase
Situation: Opening a formal wedding speech.
A. "Hey guys, listen up!"
B. "Distinguished guests, friends, and family, if I could have your attention..."
C. "I want to talk now."
Situation: Ending the toast (Call to Action).
A. "Please join me in raising a glass to the happy couple."
B. "Okay, drink now."
C. "That is all I have to say. Thanks."