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Free Word Counter and Speaking Time Calculator

This free word counter gives you the word count, character count, reading time, and estimated speaking time for any text or transcript the moment you paste it. It is ideal for scripts, speeches, and captions. Everything is calculated in your browser, so your text stays in your browser with no upload, no sign-up, and no limit.

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Speaking time

Speaking time assumes about 130 words per minute and reading time about 230 words per minute. Treat both as close estimates for planning.

How to use it

  1. 1

    Paste your text

    Paste a transcript, script, article, or any text into the box. The counts update live as you type or edit.

  2. 2

    Read the live stats

    See words, characters with and without spaces, sentences, reading time, and estimated speaking time, all updated instantly.

  3. 3

    Plan your script or speech

    Use the speaking-time estimate, based on about 130 words per minute, to fit a talk or video into its time slot.

  4. 4

    Working from audio?

    Transcribe your recording with LiteScribe first, then paste the transcript here to measure length and trim it to time.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Speaking time uses an average pace of about 130 words per minute, a common conversational rate. Slides and pauses vary, so treat it as a close estimate for planning a speech or video rather than an exact figure.

Reading time uses an average of about 230 words per minute for silent reading. It is a useful guide for how long an article or transcript takes a reader to get through.

Yes. You get character counts both with and without spaces, plus word and sentence counts, which is handy for social posts and metadata fields with character limits.

No. All counting happens in your browser with JavaScript. Your text never leaves your browser, so drafts and private transcripts stay private.

Yes. Paste any transcript to measure its length. If you do not have a transcript yet, LiteScribe can transcribe your audio or video and you can paste the result here.

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