Reading Time Calculator

Estimate reading time based on word count and reading speed.

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Reading speed (WPM)

Mode

Rounding

WPM defaults: silent ~200, aloud ~130. Estimates only.

Explanation

Estimates reading time from a word count and reading speed.

Words are counted from your pasted text.
Reading time: minutes = words ÷ WPM and the remainder becomes seconds.
Typical web reading speeds are ~200–250 WPM (varies by language and difficulty).