Reading Time Calculator

Estimate how long it takes to read any text. Paste your content and get reading time, speaking time, and word count instantly.

READING TIME

7s

WORDS

27

READING

0m 7s

SPEAKING

~1 min

πŸ’‘ How Reading Time Is Calculated

The average adult reads at approximately 238 words per minute (wpm) for non-fiction content. Our calculator divides your word count by this rate (adjustable) to estimate reading time. It also estimates speaking time at 150 wpm β€” useful for presentations and speeches.

Content creators use reading time for blog posts (readers prefer knowing time commitment), speakers use it for presentation pacing, and students use it to plan study sessions. The typical blog post is 1,000–2,000 words (4–8 minutes reading time).

A 2,000-word article takes about 8 minutes to read (at 238 wpm) and 13 minutes to speak aloud (at 150 wpm). Adjust the WPM slider to match your personal reading speed.

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