Reading Time Calculator – Reading & Speaking Time Free
Estimate how long text takes to read and to speak aloud at a reading speed you choose, with word and character counts.
200 wpm = careful reading, 238 wpm = average adult, 300 wpm = skimming.
100 wpm = slow & deliberate, 130 wpm = comfortable presenting, 160 wpm = brisk talking.
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Who is this for?
Bloggers use the reading-time estimate to set reader expectations on every post. Students check how long an essay or assigned text takes to read before a deadline. Speakers and presenters use the speaking-time estimate to fit a script into a talk, podcast segment, or video without rushing.
Need a deeper breakdown? Word Counter adds sentences, paragraphs, and keyword density, or explore the full Writing Toolkit.
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What is this tool?
A Reading Time Calculator estimates how long a piece of text takes to read silently and to speak aloud. It divides the word count by a reading speed in words per minute (WPM) that you choose — 200, 238, or 300 WPM — and shows the result in minutes and seconds, alongside a separate speaking-time estimate at a slower spoken pace for presentations, videos, and podcasts. It also shows the word and character counts. The numbers are estimates; actual time varies by reader, speaker, and content difficulty. For word goals or a deeper keyword breakdown, pair it with the Word Counter and Keyword Density Checker.