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Speech Length Calculator: How Long Will Your Speech Take?

Paste your text, or type a word count. You get the speaking time at a slow, average and brisk pace, and how long the same words take to type. It runs in your browser. Nothing you paste is uploaded.

0slow (110 wpm)
0average (130 wpm)
0brisk (150 wpm)

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How many words per minute do people speak?

Relaxed speech is often around 110 words per minute, everyday conversation around 130, and a brisk, confident pace around 150. Your own pace will vary with the topic and the room.

How long is a 5 minute speech in words?

At an average pace of 130 words per minute, a 5 minute speech is about 650 words. Use the calculator above with your own text for a closer figure.

Is my text sent anywhere?

No. The calculator runs entirely in your browser. What you paste is never uploaded or stored.

Can I write a speech by speaking it?

Yes. DictDrop is an always-on voice-to-text app for Windows that types what you say into any app, with no hotkey to hold. See the guide or how it compares with other dictation tools.

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