Speech Length Calculator
Check how long a talk will run before you give it. Enter the words in your script and how fast you speak.
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How it works
Divide the word count by your speaking pace in words per minute to get minutes, then show the total as hours, minutes and seconds.
Many people speak at about 130 to 160 words per minute, and slower for a large room or a nervous start. Practice out loud, since a timer shows your real pace.
Worked example
A script of 1,200 words, read at 130 words per minute, runs for 9 min 14 s.
Questions
What pace should I use?
Practice out loud and time a passage. That shows your real pace better than any average.
Should I leave room for pauses?
Yes. Add a few seconds for each pause or slide you plan, since an audience needs a moment to take things in.
Does the count include the title and thank-yous?
Only if you count those words. Add them to the script count to be exact.
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