Estimate how long your article, blog post, or document takes to read, based on word count and a reading speed you choose.
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Reading Time = Word Count ÷ Reading Speed (words per minute). The average adult reading speed for silent reading is commonly cited as somewhere around 200-238 words per minute, this calculator defaults to 200 wpm but lets you adjust it to match your own pace or audience.
Displaying an estimated reading time (like '5 min read') alongside an article is a common practice on blogs and publishing platforms, helping readers decide whether they have time to read something right now. It's also a useful gut-check for writers on whether a piece has run longer than intended.
200 words per minute is a commonly used average for general adult silent reading. Technical or unfamiliar material is often read more slowly, while very easy, familiar text can be read faster, adjust the reading speed field to match your content and audience.
No, this estimates reading time from word count alone. Some reading time calculators add a flat time penalty per image, this tool focuses on text only.
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