Formula
Minutes are the words divided by the pace:
Minutes = words / words per minute
The word-count page estimates words from pages. This page starts from a word count you already have.
Assumptions
- The pace stays constant.
- Rereading and notes are not added.
Worked example
12,000 words at 250 words a minute take 48 min.
Input definitions
- Words
- The length of the reading.
- Words per minute
- Your steady pace.
Limitations
This is a planning estimate for school or a calendar. It is not an official transcript, an attendance record, or a payroll ruling.
Questions
Is 250 words a minute typical?
It is only the example. Type your own pace.
How do I get the word count from pages?
Use the word count calculator, then bring the result here.