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BestPDFEver

Essay word counter and words-to-pages calculator

Words, pages, reading and speaking time for your essay.

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How to check your essay length

  1. 1

    Type or paste your essay. Your draft is saved in this browser as you go.

  2. 2

    Choose the font, size and line spacing your assignment asks for.

  3. 3

    See the page count, reading and speaking time, and how many words are left to your goal.

Frequently asked questions

How many words is one page?

Around 550 words single-spaced and 275 double-spaced in Times New Roman 12 pt with 1-inch margins. Arial is wider (about 470 single-spaced) and Calibri 11 narrower (about 590).

How long does it take to read or say my essay?

Reading time uses an average silent reading speed of 238 words a minute. Speaking time uses 120, 150 or 180 words a minute; most presentations are around 150.

Is the page count exact?

It's an estimate. Headings, paragraph breaks, quotes and images change the real count, so check in your word processor before submitting.

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