Speech Speed Test 🎙

How Fast Do You Speak?

Measure your speaking speed in words per minute (WPM). Read the passage aloud into your microphone and get your talking speed score.

📖 Read this passage aloud
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🏆 Your Results
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Words Per Minute
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Scale: 70 → 100 → 140 → 180+ WPM
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📊 How do you compare?
100–130
Average speaker (WPM)
150–160
Radio presenter (WPM)
~40
Average typist (WPM)
You scored (WPM)

ℹ️ What is an Online Speaking Speed Test?

An online speaking speed test measures how many words you say per minute (WPM). You read a short passage aloud while the tool records and analyses your speech via your microphone. Results show your talking speed in WPM and how you compare to typical speakers, radio presenters, and typists. It is useful for public speaking practice, interview preparation, language learning, and communication training — for people of all ages around the world.


Our free speech speed test works directly in your browser using the Web Speech API — no app download, no account, and no payment required. Simply press the microphone button, read the passage aloud, and your speaking WPM score appears instantly.

💡 How to Speak Faster — Tips to Improve Your Speaking Speed

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Practice with a timer. Try to fit as many words as possible into the allotted time.
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Record yourself and listen back to find where you slow down or hesitate.
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Take a public speaking course or find a coach to improve pacing and delivery.
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Speak in a clear, confident voice — confidence naturally increases your speed.
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Use contractions (it's, you're, we'll) to sound natural and save syllables.

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