Reading time calculator
Find out how long an article takes to read, to show above a blog post or to plan study time. Adjust the speed to suit the reader.
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How to use it
- Enter text and reading speed.
- The result appears straight away and updates as you edit.
- Copy the result, or copy a link that keeps the same values to share it.
How it is calculated
Reading time in minutes = words ÷ reading speed (words per minute). Seconds = round(words × 60 ÷ speed).
Example
Inputs: Reading speed = 200 wpm. Result: Reading time: 0.12 min; Duration (m:ss): 0:07; Words: 24.
Limits and caveats
- The default of 200 words per minute is a common estimate, not a measurement of any reader, and reading Arabic may be slower.
- Time spent on images or tables is not included.
Questions about this tool
What is an average reading speed?
Most adults read silently at roughly 200 to 300 words per minute, slower for technical text. Set a speed that fits your audience.
How do I find my own reading speed?
Read for exactly one minute, then count the words you read. That number is your speed in words per minute.
Do numbers count as words?
Yes. Each separate number such as 2026 counts as one word.