Words to Pages Converter
Instantly convert any word count into pages with custom fonts, font sizes, and layout options.
How Many Pages is My Word Count?
The number of pages your text will fill depends on the document size, font family, font size, margins, and spacing. While a standard A4 page is the global baseline, professional authors, screenwriters, and legal teams often require more specific estimates using fonts like Courier New or Arial.
- A4 & US Letter: The standard for essays and business reports (~500 words @ 12pt).
- Standard Book (6" x 9"): common trim size for trade paperbacks (~300 words per page).
- Monospace / Scripts: Fonts like Courier New take significantly more space (~375 words per page @ 12pt).
- Legal & Dense: Using 10pt font can increase capacity to ~640 words per page.
Our converter allows you to toggle between these industry standards and customize your font family and font size to get the most accurate page count for your specific project.
How accurate is the page count?
The calculation dynamically adjusts based on your chosen font family and font size. Estimates are calibrated against industry-standard metrics for fonts like Times New Roman and Arial, accounting for character widths and line spacing. For a quick baseline, 12pt Times New Roman yields about 500 words per page (single spaced).
What is the "Standard Book" size?
The "Standard Book" option uses a 6" x 9" format (15.24 x 22.86 cm), which is the most common size for trade paperbacks. This is an essential reference if you are planning to self-publish a book or a novella.
Speech Speaking Times
The average adult speaks at roughly 130 words per minute in a presentation setting. Rushing causes you to stumble, so pacing is key!
- 1 minute speech: ~130 words
- 3 minute speech: ~390 words
- 5 minute speech: ~650 words
- 10 minute speech: ~1300 words
Common Word Count Targets
- High School Essay: 1,000 - 1,500 words
- College Term Paper: 2,000 - 3,000 words
- Short Story: 3,000 - 7,000 words
- Novella: 10,000 - 40,000 words
- Novel: 70,000 - 120,000 words