How Long is Your Speech? Calculate Read Time for Scripts and Articles
Ensure your presentation fits the time limit. Estimate silent reading and public speaking duration accurately.
Podcasters, YouTubers, and public speakers know that time is money. You can't afford to have a script that runs 5 minutes over the limit.
The Problem: Word count isn't enough. 500 words can take 2 minutes or 4 minutes depending on how fast you speak. Guessing usually leads to rushing on stage.
Time Management Solved
The Read Time Calculator uses standard WPM (Words Per Minute) rates. It calculates how long the average person takes to read mentally versus speaking it aloud.