Reading Time Calculator
Estimate how long readers will spend on your article. Paste your text or enter a word count and reading speed to get the time.
How it works
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Paste your text
Or enter a word count directly.
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Choose a reading speed
Slow, average or fast reader.
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Get the estimate
Reading time in minutes and seconds.
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Frequently asked questions
238 words per minute is a common average; use 200 for slower or more complex content, 300 for fast, easy reading.
How reading time is estimated
Reading time is word count ÷ reading speed (words per minute). An average adult reads around 238 words per minute in a comfortable, non-skimming pace; slower readers or dense technical content may run closer to 200, and fast readers can exceed 300.
It is a useful label for blog posts and articles — showing “5 min read” helps readers judge whether they have time before they start.