Reading Time Calculator — Silent, Read-Aloud, Presentation

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A reading time calculator estimates duration by dividing word count by a words-per-minute speed for the selected mode.

Reading Time Calculator

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ResultRule

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Approximation using 250 wpm silent, 160 wpm read-aloud, and 130 wpm presentation.

What is it

Articles, speech scripts, and video scripts feel different depending on reading speed. This tool counts words and characters, then estimates duration for silent reading, read-aloud, or presentation modes. Actual time varies with pauses and speaker pace.

estimated minutes = words ÷ words per minute

How to use

1Paste the text.
2Choose silent reading, read-aloud, or presentation mode.
3Review the estimated time and adjust the script length.

Reference

Reading Time Calculator — Silent, Read-Aloud, Presentation Reference
Mode	Baseline
Silent	about 250 wpm
Read aloud	about 160 wpm
Presentation	about 130 wpm

Sources & standards

MDN Web Docs: Client-side web APIs - MDN Web Docs

FAQ

Is this exact for every speaker?

No. It is a planning estimate. Pauses, emphasis, and speaker speed can change the result.

Is the script sent to a server?

No. The calculation runs only in the current browser tab.