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Reading & Speaking Time Calculator
Estimate how long your article, script or speech takes to read silently or speak aloud, with adjustable speeds.
Tip from Tink: A 5-minute talk is roughly 700 words.
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Adults read about 238 words a minute silently, and speeches run about 130–150.
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How to use the Reading & Speaking Time Calculator
- Paste your text.
- Adjust reading or speaking speed if needed.
- Read both times.
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