How many words do you speak per minute (WPM)?

The average speaking pace for public presentations and keynotes is 120 to 140 words per minute (WPM). Casual podcasting and video narration typically average 140 to 160 WPM. Silent reading averages 200 to 250 WPM.

How long is a 1,000-word speech?

At a standard speaking pace of 135 WPM, a 1,000-word speech takes approximately 7 minutes and 24 seconds. At a deliberate 115 WPM keynote pace, it takes about 8 minutes and 40 seconds.

How do pause tags work in the script?

You can insert pause markers such as `[Pause 3s]` anywhere in your text. The calculation engine will add these exact pause seconds into the total estimated speech duration.

What is the Flesch Reading Ease score?

The Flesch score (0-100) rates text readability based on sentence length and syllables per word. Scores above 60 indicate clear, conversational writing that is easy for listeners to follow.

Can I use the teleprompter on tablets and prompter rigs?

Yes, our fullscreen teleprompter features responsive auto-scroll speed controls, customizable font size, and horizontal mirror flipping for professional beam-splitter glass.

Speech & Reading Time Calculator (Teleprompter)

Free speech and reading time calculator with auto-scrolling teleprompter: estimate exact speaking duration, WPM speeds, readability score, and presentation timer.

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Speaking Speed Presets

Estimated Speaking Time@ 135 WPM

35s

Calculated for public speaking, lectures and pitches (2s pauses included)

Adjust Speaking Speed (Words/Minute)135 WPM

Silent Reading Time@ 230 WPM

19s

Estimated duration for silent article readers

Adjust Reading Speed (Words/Minute)230 WPM

Speech Manuscript / Script Text

74 words•525 characters•5 sentences•4 paragraphs

Readability (Flesch)42 / 100

Comprehension LevelDifficult

Avg. Sentence Length14.8 words / sentence

Avg. Word Length6 chars / word

Presentation Practice Stopwatch

Practice delivering your speech against your exact target time limit.

Target Time:

00:00Target Time: 05:00

How it works

Simply upload your file using the dropzone above. Our cloud-based processing engine will handle the heavy lifting and provide you with a high-quality result in seconds.

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