Reading Time Calculator
Calculate how long it takes to read or speak your text aloud. Great for preparing presentations and speeches.
About This Tool
The Reading Time Calculator helps you estimate how long it will take to read or present your content. This is invaluable for preparing speeches, presentations, podcasts, or video scripts where timing matters. The tool calculates both silent reading time (averaging 200-250 words per minute for adults) and speaking time (typically 125-150 words per minute for natural speech). Use it to ensure your presentation fits your allotted time slot, or to give readers an estimate of article length.
Frequently Asked Questions
The calculator uses an average adult reading speed of approximately 200-250 words per minute. Speaking time is calculated at around 125-150 words per minute, which is the typical pace for clear, natural speech.
The estimates are based on average reading and speaking speeds. Actual times may vary based on content complexity, the reader's familiarity with the subject, and personal reading/speaking pace. Use these as guidelines rather than exact measurements.
Absolutely! This is one of the most common uses. Paste your presentation script to see if it fits your time slot. Remember to add extra time for pauses, audience interaction, and slide transitions.
People generally read faster than they speak. Silent reading doesn't require the physical act of speaking or the pauses needed for breath and emphasis. Speaking time accounts for a natural, understandable speaking pace.