InvitationsWedding reception invitation wording
A reception invitation is often sent to a wider circle than the wedding itself: colleagues, neighbours and friends of the family. It should say clearly that the wedding has taken place or will take place earlier, and that this evening is to meet and bless the couple.
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- Formal
[Host] request the pleasure of your company at the wedding reception of [Bride] and [Groom] on [Date], [Time] onwards. Venue: [Venue] Dinner will be served.
- After a small wedding
We had a small wedding, and now we want a big evening with everyone we love. Please join the reception of [Bride] and [Groom]. [Date], [Time] [Venue]
- For colleagues
Dear friends, I am happy to share that [Groom] and [Bride] are now married. Please join us for the reception dinner on [Date] at [Venue], [Time] onwards. It will be a pleasure to see you there.
- औपचारिक
[Bride] और [Groom] के विवाह के उपलक्ष्य में आयोजित प्रीतिभोज में आप सपरिवार सादर आमंत्रित हैं। दिनांक: [Date] समय: [Time] से स्थान: [Venue] विनीत: [Host]
- सरल संदेश
नमस्ते! [Bride] और [Groom] की शादी की खुशी में [Date] को रिसेप्शन रखा है। समय [Time] से, स्थान [Venue]. आप सपरिवार आकर नए जोड़े को आशीर्वाद दें और भोजन हमारे साथ करें।
What to include
- The words "reception" or "preeti bhoj", so nobody expects the wedding rituals.
- Names of the couple and the host.
- Date, start time and venue.
- A line about dinner.
Tips
- Give a time range, for example "7 pm onwards", because guests arrive through the evening.
- For office colleagues, one message from you in the team group plus a personal word to seniors is polite.
- If the reception is in another city than the wedding, mention the city in the first line.
Questions people ask
Do reception guests bring gifts?
Many do, but it is their choice. If you do not want gifts, say so kindly in one line at the end.
What does "preeti bhoj" mean?
It means a meal shared in affection. On Hindi cards it is the usual word for the reception dinner.
Next step
Tap Make a card on any wording to turn it into a picture, or open the card maker and start from a blank design. Not sure when to send it? See when to send invitations and the special lines for gifts, dress code and seats.