Speaking Time Calculator
Calculate how long your speech or presentation will take. Based on an average speaking speed of 137 words per minute.
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About Speaking Time Calculation
The speaking time calculator helps speakers, presenters, and anyone preparing verbal content estimate delivery time. Knowing your speech length is crucial for staying within time limits at events, meetings, and conferences.
Word Count Guidelines
- 1 minute: ~137 words
- 5 minutes: ~685 words
- 10 minutes: ~1,370 words
- 15 minutes: ~2,055 words
- 20 minutes: ~2,740 words
- 30 minutes: ~4,110 words
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Frequently Asked Questions
Speaking time is calculated using an average speaking pace of 137 words per minute. This is typical for presentations and speeches. We divide your word count by 137 and round up to get the estimated time.
Professional speakers typically speak at 125-150 words per minute. We use 137 WPM as a comfortable middle ground. Fast speakers may reach 160+ WPM, while slower, more deliberate speeches may be around 100 WPM.
For a 5-minute speech at 137 WPM, you need approximately 685 words. For a 10-minute presentation, aim for about 1,370 words. Adjust based on your personal speaking pace.