Speech time calculator
Paste your script and get its spoken length instantly — or set a word count by hand. Timed at slow, conversational, and fast delivery, entirely in your browser.
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1,000 words · ≈ 2.0 single-spaced pages
Delivery paces follow public-speaking convention: ~110 WPM slow, ~150 WPM conversational, ~190 WPM fast. Your script is processed locally and never uploaded.
How to Calculate Speech Time from Word Count
Whether you are preparing a wedding toast, a university presentation, or a keynote address, knowing how long your speech will take is critical. The rule of thumb in public speaking is that most people deliver at a conversational 150 words per minute (WPM), with the full range running roughly:
- Slow / dramatic speaking: 100 to 120 WPM — ideal for eulogies and highly technical presentations.
- Average / conversational speaking: 140 to 160 WPM — ideal for podcasts, YouTube videos, and business presentations.
- Fast / enthusiastic speaking: 180 to 200 WPM — radio broadcasts and high-energy sales pitches.
How long does it take to read 500 words?
At a conversational 150 words per minute, a 500-word script takes about 3 minutes and 20 seconds to deliver. Slow it to 110 WPM and it runs about 4 minutes and 33 seconds.
How long does it take to read 1000 words?
A 1,000-word script takes approximately 6 minutes and 40 seconds at a comfortable conversational pace — or just over 9 minutes delivered slowly.
The Secret to Writing Better Speeches
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