Speech rate calculator

How to use the calculator

1. Enter the total number of words you spoke in the "Number of words spoken" field.
2. Enter the time it took to speak those words in seconds in the "Time taken" field.
3. Click the "Calculate" button to calculate your speech rate in WPM.
4. Click the "Reset" button to clear all inputs and start over.

Understanding speech rate

Speech rate is typically measured in words per minute (WPM). A normal speech rate for conversational English is between 140-180 WPM. Public speakers and radio hosts often speak slower (120-150 WPM) for better comprehension, while newsreaders might speak faster (180-220 WPM).

Practical applications

• Assessing speaking speed for public speaking practice
• Improving pronunciation and fluency
• Measuring speech rate in different languages
• Identifying speech patterns in recorded speeches

Example calculation

If you spoke 100 words in 30 seconds, your speech rate would be calculated as follows:

WPM = (100 words × 60 seconds/minute) / 30 seconds = 200 WPM