How Our DJs Make Sure To Pronounce Every Name Correctly at Your Wedding

At Sound Sensations Entertainment, we believe every name deserves to be said with clarity, care, and respect. From grand entrances to heartfelt toasts, your wedding day is filled with meaningful moments—and nothing pulls guests out of the magic like a mispronounced name.  Here’s how we make sure we get it 100% right every time (and how you can help!):

We Ask Early

As part of your wedding planning process with us, you’ll receive access to the Client Planning Forms located in your personalized online planning portal. One of the most important sections? A detailed name pronunciation guide.

This includes:

• Full names of wedding party members
  
• Parents and VIPs
  
• Unique or culturally specific pronunciations

We Use Phonetics

Spelling doesn’t always tell the full story, so we ask you to spell it out phonetically (ex: “Nay-OH-mee” or “Ahn-DRAY-ah”) and give us a quick voice recording via text, email, or our planning portal.

Pro tip: You can even send us a short video introducing your wedding party. It's a fun way to get us familiar with everyone and makes sure we nail it!

We Practice Before the Event

Your DJ will review and rehearse all names well before your wedding day. That includes practicing them aloud so your intros feel confident and seamless—no guessing, no hesitations.

We Double Check at the Final Meeting

During your final planning call or Zoom meeting, we go through each name with you to confirm every pronunciation. You can correct us or provide real-time feedback so there are zero surprises on the mic.

Why This Matters

Names are personal. Getting them right shows that we care about you and your people. Whether it’s a unique cultural name or an unexpected twist on a classic, we want every guest to feel seen, valued, and celebrated.

Ready to Plan a Wedding Where Every Detail (and Name) Gets the Attention It Deserves?

Let’s make your day unforgettable for all the right reasons.

Book a Consultation today and let’s start planning the perfect celebration—pronunciations included.
Already booked? Drop your pronunciation guide or voice note in your planning portal today!



FAQ: Name Pronunciations

Q: What if someone has a nickname they prefer?
A: Great! Just include both the full name and nickname in your planning form and note which one they’d like us to use.

Q: Can we send you a video introducing everyone?
A: Absolutely. We LOVE video intros—it helps us feel even more connected to your crew!

Q: What if we forget to submit a pronunciation guide?
A: Don’t worry—we’ll follow up before the event. But the sooner we get it, the better we can prepare!