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Use these guides when you need to fit a draft into a limit, estimate reading or speaking time, or prepare text before publishing.
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Writing & content
How many words fit in a 5-minute speech?
A practical guide to estimating 5-minute speech length, speaking pace, rehearsal time, and how many words to write.
Writing & content
Word count vs character count: what is the difference?
Understand the difference between word count and character count, when each one matters, and how to check both before you publish.