What is the Speech Script Timer?

A free tool that estimates how long your speech will take to deliver.

What pace should I use?

Around 140 words per minute is typical for conversational presentations.

Which languages are supported?

25+ languages including English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Japanese, and more.

Speech Script Timer

Paste your script and find out exactly how long it will take to deliver, with 30-second checkpoints.

Paste your speech script

Speaking Pace

Preview Language

0:00

Duration

Words

140

Words per Minute

Characters

Preview generates a 30-second sample of your script at the selected pace.

Why use the Speech Script Timer?

Accurate Estimates

Adjustable pace from slow to fast so you can plan rehearsals and timing precisely.

Audio Preview

Hear the first 30 seconds of your script narrated, so you know exactly how it sounds.

Multi-Language

Works with English, Spanish, Portuguese, French, German, Italian, Russian, Japanese and many more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does this tool do?

It estimates how long your speech will take to deliver, based on word count and selected pace, and provides 30-second checkpoint markers so you can rehearse on the clock.

Which pace should I pick?

Conversational presentations average around 140 WPM. Slow (110) is best for technical or emotional content; fast (170) is for energetic delivery like sports commentary or YouTube intros.

Does it work for other languages?

Yes. Word counts and pacing assumptions are language-aware, and the audio preview is available in 25+ languages.

Does the audio preview cost anything?

The audio preview is free up to the daily limit. Calculations themselves are 100% free.