Speakers need to know whether a written script will actually fit a time slot, and word count alone does not tell you how long it takes to say out loud.
Speech to Time Calculator converts your script into spoken minutes at a pace you pick and shows the reading time beside it, so you can trim a talk until it lands inside the slot.
How to use Speech to Time Calculator
- Paste your speech or script into the editor.
- Choose a speaking pace in words per minute and read the spoken duration.
- Compare it with the reading time and trim until the talk fits your slot.
Use cases
- Timing a wedding or ceremony speech before the day.
- Checking a school or class talk fits its limit.
- Rehearsing a conference talk against its time slot.
Good to know
A common public-speaking pace is about 130 to 150 words per minute, and you can set your own. Spoken duration is longer than silent reading time, which is shown for comparison. Pauses, emphasis and audience interaction change real delivery, so add a buffer for a live talk.
Frequently asked questions
What speaking pace should I choose?
Public speaking is often around 130 to 150 words per minute; pick the pace that matches your delivery, and the duration updates.
Why is spoken time longer than reading time?
Speaking aloud is slower than reading silently, so the spoken estimate runs longer. The reading time is shown alongside for comparison.
Do pauses change the real duration?
Yes. Pauses, emphasis and audience interaction add time, so treat the estimate as a baseline and add a buffer.