⏱️ Reading Time Calculator
Paste your text to estimate how long it takes to read and to speak aloud.
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How to Use the Reading Time Calculator
- 1Paste your article or text into the box.
- 2Adjust the reading speed (words per minute) if you like.
- 3Instantly see the estimated reading and speaking time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is the word count divided by average reading speed — about 200–250 words per minute for adults. The tool counts your words and returns the estimate instantly.
What is the average reading speed?
Most adults read 200–250 words per minute silently and speak around 130–150 words per minute, which is why reading and speaking times differ.
How long does it take to read 1,000 words?
About 4–5 minutes at an average reading speed of 200–250 words per minute. Read aloud, the same text takes roughly 6–7 minutes.
Can I change the reading speed?
Yes. Adjust the words-per-minute setting to match slow, average or fast readers and the estimated time updates automatically.
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