Reading Time Calculator
Estimate reading and speaking time for any text using a configurable words-per-minute speed. Get word, character, sentence, paragraph, and syllable counts plus average word length. Perfect for blog posts, scripts, and voiceovers. Runs in your browser.
About Reading Time
Estimates use a default of 200 words per minute for silent reading and ~120 wpm for speaking. The default 200 wpm follows common research averages; adjust to match your audience. For raw counts, see theCharacter Counter.
Secure & Private Client-Side
This tool runs entirely in your browser. No data is sent to any server, ensuring your information remains private and secure.
About Reading Time Calculator
Estimate reading and speaking time for any text using a configurable words-per-minute speed. Get word, character, sentence, paragraph, and syllable counts plus average word length. Perfect for blog posts, scripts, and voiceovers. Runs in your browser.
Frequently Asked Questions
What reading speed is the default? expand_more
200 words per minute, the commonly cited average for silent reading of English prose. Adjust the slider to match children (100 wpm), fast adults (300 wpm), or technical content (150 wpm).
How is speaking time calculated? expand_more
Speaking time uses roughly 120 words per minute, the typical pace for clear narration and presentations.
Does it count words in other languages? expand_more
Yes. Word splitting is Unicode-aware, so CJK, Arabic, and accented Latin text are counted correctly.
Where can I get raw character counts? expand_more
Use the [Character Counter](/tools/character-counter/) for social-media and SEO length limits.
Is my text private? expand_more
Yes. All analysis happens locally in your browser.
Common Use Cases
- Blog Posts: Show readers an accurate reading-time estimate at the top of every article.
- Speeches & Podcasts: Plan a script length using the speaking-time estimate before recording.
- Video Voiceover: Match voiceover scripts to a target video duration by tuning the words-per-minute slider.
- Editing: Track average word length and syllable count to spot dense or hard-to-read passages.