Word count to pages
How many pages is 2,000 words?
2,000 words is about 4 pages single-spaced or 8 pages double-spaced (Times New Roman 12 pt, 1-inch margins). Reading time ≈ 8 min; speaking ≈ 15 min.
4pages single-spaced
8pages double-spaced
8 minreading time
15 minas a speech
2,000 words in pages by font and spacing
| Font (Letter or A4, 1 in margins) | Single | 1.5 lines | Double |
|---|---|---|---|
| Times New Roman 12 pt | 4 pages | 6 pages | 8 pages |
| Arial 12 pt | 4.4 pages | 6.7 pages | 8.9 pages |
| Calibri 11 pt | 3.6 pages | 5.5 pages | 7.3 pages |
| Georgia 12 pt | 4.7 pages | 7 pages | 9.3 pages |
| Courier New 12 pt | 6.1 pages | 9.1 pages | 12.1 pages |
Estimates for plain paragraphs. Headings, lists, dialogue and short paragraphs increase the page count.
Other ways to measure it
| Measure | Estimate |
|---|---|
| Silent reading (238 wpm) | 8 min |
| Speaking / presentation (130 wpm) | 15 min |
| Typing at 40 wpm | 50 min |
| Paragraphs | 10–20 |
| Manuscript pages (standard format, 250 words/page) | 8 |
What is it typically used for?
2,000 words is a common length for a long article, a college essay, a book chapter or a short story.
Other lengths
Frequently asked questions
How many pages is 2,000 words double spaced?
About 8 pages in Times New Roman 12 pt with 1-inch margins, or 8.9 pages in Arial 12 pt.
How many pages is 2,000 words single spaced?
About 4 pages in Times New Roman 12 pt, 3.6 pages in Calibri 11 pt.
How long does it take to read 2,000 words?
About 8 min silently at 238 words per minute, or 15 min aloud at 130 words per minute.
How many paragraphs is 2,000 words?
Roughly 10–20 paragraphs, assuming 100–200 words per paragraph.