Reading Time Calculator
Find out how long your article takes to read — or your speech takes to deliver.
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How it works
Reading time = number of words ÷ reading speed. A large 2019 meta-analysis found adults read non-fiction silently at about 238 words per minute, which is the default. Speaking is slower: presentations run at about 130 words per minute.
FAQ
How do blogs calculate reading time?
Most use 200–265 words per minute and round up to the next minute, like “5 min read”.