Words to minutes calculator
Enter a word count or paste your script to estimate speaking time. Adjust the pace to suit your delivery.
How to convert words to minutes
Enter a word count or paste your script.
Set the speaking pace in words per minute.
Use the estimated duration to plan your reading, then time a rehearsal.
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Questions
How do words convert to minutes?
Divide the word count by words per minute. For example, 300 words at 150 words per minute gives an estimated speaking time of two minutes.
Will my speech take exactly that long?
Your delivery includes pauses, emphasis and pronunciation. Rehearse with a timer to check the duration of your actual speech.
How do I choose a speaking pace?
Try the speaking speed test for a reference, then adjust for your script and audience. Reading a short passage may differ from giving a full talk.
How are pasted scripts counted?
Words are counted as groups of characters separated by spaces or line breaks. Punctuation attached to a word stays with it. This can undercount languages that do not regularly separate words with spaces.