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Reading Time Calculator

Estimate how long text will take to read or speak aloud based on your chosen words-per-minute rate.

Paste text or enter a word count to estimate reading and speaking time at a chosen words-per-minute pace.

How to use it

  1. 1Paste your text, or switch to entering a word count directly.
  2. 2Choose a reading speed (words per minute).
  3. 3Read the estimated reading time and speaking time.

Content

Paste text or enter a word count directly.

Input mode
Reading speed

Result

Fill in the fields above and your result will appear here.

Frequently asked questions

What reading speed should I use?
200 words per minute is a common average for adult silent reading; slower for technical content, faster for casual text.
How is speaking time different from reading time?
Speaking time uses a slower rate (around 130 words per minute) to reflect natural spoken pacing.
Can I enter a word count instead of text?
Yes, switch to word-count mode and enter the number directly if you already know it.

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