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Reading Time Calculator
Paste any text to count its words and see how long it takes to read silently or deliver as a speech — with adjustable reading and speaking speeds.
About Reading Time Calculator
Reading time is simply word count divided by pace. Average adults read silently at roughly 200–250 words per minute, while a comfortable presentation pace is 120–150 — which is why a "five-minute read" makes a ten-minute speech. Paste any text to see its word and character count with live reading and speaking estimates, and adjust the speeds to match your audience. Handy for blog posts, essays, wedding toasts and conference talks.