Paste text to estimate reading time, speaking time, word count, sentence count, and character count across multiple reading speeds.
This tool counts the words in your text and estimates how long it may take to read silently or out loud. It is useful for blog posts, email newsletters, scripts, speeches, and product copy.
Reading-time estimates are based on words per minute. Because different readers move at different speeds, the tool shows several pace options instead of assuming a single fixed number.
Around 200 to 250 words per minute is a common average for everyday content, though dense material is often slower and light content is often faster.
Different audiences read differently. Multiple speeds give a more realistic range than one average alone.
Speaking is usually slower than silent reading, so the speaking-time estimate uses a lower words-per-minute rate.
Yes. Reading-time estimates help writers set expectations and help readers judge whether they have time to finish a piece.