Estimate how long it takes to speak a given number of words at your own pace.
How to use this calculator
Enter your word count and your speaking pace. To find your own pace, time a short rehearsal and divide its word count by the number of minutes it took.
Example. 600 words at 120 words per minute takes about 5 minutes.
The estimate uses a constant pace. Timing can vary with pauses, audience interaction, and delivery.