Script timer: how long will your script take?
Paste your script and pick a pace. We count the words and estimate the read time — then you can read it on the teleprompter.
| Read time | 0:00 |
|---|---|
| Words | 0 |
| Characters | 0 |
| Pace | 150 wpm |
Script timing questions
How many words per minute do people speak?
Most people speak at roughly 130–160 words per minute in conversation.
How many words is a 1-minute script?
About 130–160 words at a natural pace.
Are [stage directions] counted?
No. Anything in square brackets is treated as a cue, not spoken words.