Words to Minutes
Paste the text. See how many minutes it takes.
Same tool as Script Timer — this page is for that search.
Calculated locally — your script never leaves your browser.
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0 words · at 130 wpm
Speaking pace
Platform check
TikTok ≤60s Reels ≤90s Shorts ≤60s
FAQ
How many words is a 1-minute video script?
At a normal speaking pace of about 150 words per minute, a 1-minute script is roughly 140-160 words. Fast talkers reach 180-200; slow, deliberate delivery runs 110-130.
How accurate is a words-to-minutes conversion?
Within about 10-15% for most speakers. Pauses, on-screen text moments and b-roll gaps add time that raw word count cannot see, so treat the result as a floor, not a ceiling.
How many words should a 30-second TikTok script be?
About 70-80 words at a normal pace. If your hook needs breathing room in the first 3 seconds, aim closer to 65.