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Speaking Rate for Presentations and Pitches
Choose a WPM target for classroom talks, startup pitches, and conference sessions.
Average conversational English sits near 120–150 WPM. Presentations often need more air.
If you write a full script, rehearse out loud with a timer.
Build buffer for demos, laughter, and questions.
Mark pause points after key claims — pauses add time without words.
Custom WPM sliders model a fast talker versus a calm keynote pace.