Speaking Time Calculator
Enter your word count or paste your speech text to instantly see how long it will take to deliver at slow, average, or fast speaking rates.
Input mode
Enter the total number of words in your speech or script.
0 words detected
Custom speaking rate
150 wpm
60 wpm
150 wpm (avg)
300 wpm
Your Custom Rate
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Enter a word count to calculate
Speaking Rate Comparison
Slow
110 wpm — formal, deliberate
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Average
150 wpm — most presentations
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Fast
190 wpm — energetic, expert
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Words Needed for Common Targets
1-minute speech
110 – 190 words
5-minute talk
550 – 950 words
10-minute presentation
1,100 – 1,900 words
18-minute TED talk
~2,700 words
45-minute keynote
5,000 – 8,500 words
Summary
Enter your word count or paste your speech text to instantly see how long it will take to deliver at slow, average, or fast speaking rates.
How it works
- Choose whether to enter a word count directly or paste your full speech text.
- If pasting text, word count is calculated automatically as you type.
- See speaking duration instantly at slow, average, and fast rates.
- Drag the custom rate slider to match your personal delivery pace.
- Use the results to trim or expand your speech to hit a target time.
Use cases
- Check whether a conference talk fits within the allotted time slot.
- Estimate podcast episode length before recording.
- Prepare a wedding speech or toast to avoid running too long.
- Time a sales pitch or investor presentation to a strict limit.
- Plan a classroom lecture or training module by duration.
- Verify a commencement or keynote address fits the schedule.
- Draft sermon or homily content to match service length.
- Rehearse TED-style talks where every minute counts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Last updated: 2026-06-11 ·
Reviewed by Nham Vu