Word Counter
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Words0
- Characters (with spaces)
- 0
- Characters (no spaces)
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Reading time
- 0
- Speaking time
- 0
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The math behind it: Word Counter
reading time = words / 238 per minute; speaking time = words / 130 per minute
Words are counted as groups of characters separated by spaces. Reading time assumes about 238 words a minute, a typical silent reading speed for adults, and speaking time assumes about 130 words a minute, a comfortable pace for a speech or presentation.
Common questions
How many words is a 5 minute speech?
About 650 words at a comfortable speaking pace of 130 words a minute. Fast speakers may fit in 750.
How many pages is 1,000 words?
About two pages single spaced, or four pages double spaced, in a standard 12 point font.
Do spaces count as characters?
It depends who is asking. Most character limits, such as those on social media, count spaces. The counter shows the total both with and without them.
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