Speech Timer

Choose a speaking length. Use a one, two, three, five or ten minute preset, or enter a custom duration from 10 to 3600 seconds. A short round gives you room for one clear point and an example. For a longer presentation, divide the time between an opening, two main points and a conclusion.

Decide whether to prepare. Start immediately or add 15, 30 or 60 seconds of preparation. Use that time to write a few cue words instead of a full script. The timer changes from preparation to speaking time automatically, so you can concentrate on your answer.

Run one complete round. Enter your own topic above the timer, then press Start. Pause if you are interrupted; Reset returns to the selected duration. End round finishes early when you have made your point. At the end, use the reflection question to decide what to make clearer next time.

Match the timer to your task. Try one minute for a single opinion, two or three minutes for a short class response, or five minutes for a presentation rehearsal. If you need a question to answer, the speaking practice tool provides topics, an outline and optional local recording.