Paste your script to estimate speaking time, reading time, word count, and words per minute.
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Wondering how many words you need for a specific speech length?
The script timer takes your script or text and instantly calculates how long it will take to speak it aloud, right in your browser. The formulas are simple:
| Style | WPM | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Slow | 100 WPM | Ceremonial speeches, eulogies, formal addresses |
| Clear presentation | 130 WPM | Classroom lectures, business presentations, podcasts |
| Conversational | 150 WPM | YouTube videos, casual talks, interviews |
| Fast | 180 WPM | Radio ads, fast-paced video scripts, sports commentary |
A script timer is a free online tool that calculates how long it takes to speak or read a script aloud. Paste your text, choose a speaking speed (words per minute), and instantly see the estimated speaking time, reading time, and word count.
Speaking time is calculated by dividing total word count by your speaking speed (WPM). For example, 600 words at 150 WPM = 4 minutes. Adding pauses typically increases the total by about 10%.
The average speaking speed for clear presentations is 130–150 words per minute (WPM). Conversational speech is around 150 WPM, slow delivery around 100 WPM, and fast speech around 180 WPM.
A 3-minute speech is approximately 390–450 words, depending on your speed. At 130 WPM (clear presentation), it's about 390 words. At 150 WPM (conversational), it's about 450 words.
A 5-minute speech is approximately 650–750 words. At 130 WPM it's about 650 words; at 150 WPM it's about 750 words.
Yes. Paste your YouTube script into the text area, select your speaking speed (most YouTubers speak at 150–180 WPM), and you'll see exactly how long your video script will be.
Absolutely. Whether it's a 3-minute class talk or a 30-minute keynote, this script timer helps you write the right amount of content for your time slot.