Free Reading Time Calculator
Estimate how long text takes to read.
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About the Reading Time Calculator
Free reading time calculator. Paste your text to estimate reading and speaking time based on adjustable words-per-minute speeds. Great for articles and speeches.
How it works
- 1
Paste text
Add your content.
- 2
See the estimate
Reading and speaking time appear instantly.
Frequently asked questions
The default is 200 words per minute for reading and 130 for speaking; both are adjustable.
Yes — it estimates both silent reading and spoken delivery time.
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