welcome speech
Host's opening remarks
A welcome speech is a brief address given at the beginning of an event to greet attendees and set the tone for what follows.
It typically acknowledges guests, expresses gratitude for their presence, and introduces the occasion's purpose: The principal delivered a welcome speech at the start of orientation.
Welcome speeches are standard at conferences, ceremonies, and formal gatherings.
- greetingExpression of welcome
- addressSpeak to formally
- openingGap or start
- opening remarksInitial statements beginning discourse
- ceremonyFormal event marking occasions
introduction · ladies and gentlemen · podium · master of ceremonies · audience · honored guests · applause · standing ovation · hospitality · warmth · red carpet · handshake · reception · keynote · remarks · microphone · guests · toast
- ceremonial speecheseulogy, commencement address, inaugural address, farewell address, wedding toast
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- keynoteskeynote addresses, opening remarks, inaugural address
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- ceremonieswedding ceremony, wedding, weddings, graduation, graduations
- Citizenship Ceremonyoath of allegiance, certificate, pledge, applicants, national anthem
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Formal goodbye address
farewell address · closing remarks · valedictory · parting words · benediction
welcome speechdismissal
Removal from position
eviction notice · rejection letter · expulsion · cold reception · cease and desist
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