Words to Minutes Converter

The average speaking pace is about 130 words per minute. Conversational speech is around 130–150 wpm. Presentations and speeches often target 110–130 wpm for clarity. Fast speakers reach 160+ wpm.

The average adult reads at about 238 words per minute for general non-fiction. Academic reading is slower (150–200 wpm). Speed readers can exceed 350 wpm.

At an average speaking pace of 130 wpm, a 5-minute speech is approximately 650 words.

At 130 wpm, a 10-minute presentation is about 1,300 words. At a slower, clearer pace of 100 wpm, it's 1,000 words.

TED speakers typically aim for 130–150 wpm — energetic enough to hold attention, slow enough for clarity. This tool's 'Average' mode is a good TED Talk estimate.