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Reading Time & Speaking Time Calculator

Estimate silent reading time and spoken presentation duration for blog posts, speeches, keynote decks, and podcasts.

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Reading Time & Speaking Duration Calculator

Ensure your conference presentation fits within your time slot and display accurate read times on your articles.

Key Features:

  • Silent reading estimation (default 200 WPM).
  • Public speaking estimation (default 130 WPM).
  • Word count and paragraph stats.

How to Use:

  1. Paste your article or speech draft.
  2. Adjust words-per-minute (WPM) speed slider if desired.
  3. View minutes and seconds estimates.

Average Reading Speeds

Most adults read silently at 200 to 250 words per minute, while conversational presentation speed is 130 to 150 WPM.

Frequently Asked Questions:

Providing an upfront time estimate sets reader expectations and reduces bounce rates.