Reading Time Calculator
Reading and speaking time for any text.
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Slow reader (150 wpm)
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Average reader (238 wpm)
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Fast reader (350 wpm)
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Speaking aloud (130 wpm)
0 words. Most blogs quote reading time at an average adult silent reading speed of ~238 words per minute.
Speaking time (≈130 wpm) is handy for scripts, presentations and video voice-overs. Need full counts? The word counter breaks down characters, sentences and paragraphs too.
How to use the Reading Time Calculator
- 1 Paste your article, post or script.
- 2 See reading time at slow, average and fast speeds.
- 3 Check speaking time for presentations and voice-overs.
Examples
- ▸ A 1,200-word post reads in about 5 minutes at the average 238 wpm, or ~9 minutes spoken aloud.
Frequently asked questions
What reading speed should I use?
Average adult silent reading is around 238 words per minute, which is what most "X min read" labels use. Slower (150) and faster (350) readers bracket the range.
How is speaking time different?
People speak slower than they read — roughly 130 words per minute for clear delivery — so a script takes longer to say than to read.
Does this also count words?
Yes, it shows the word count. For a full breakdown of characters, sentences and paragraphs, use the word counter.