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Estimate reading, speaking, and study time for any text
Reading time estimation calculates how long it takes to read a given text based on word count and reading speed (words per minute), helping students plan study sessions and presenters prepare speeches.
0 words at 200 WPM
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Reading
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Speaking
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Study
| Reader Type | WPM | Time for 0 words |
|---|---|---|
| Slow / Technical | 150 | 0 sec |
| Average Adult | 200 | 0 sec |
| Fast Reader | 300 | 0 sec |
| Speed Reader | 450 | 0 sec |
| World Record | 700 | 0 sec |
Formula
Reading Time = Word Count ÷ WPM | Speaking Time = Word Count ÷ 130 | Study Time = Word Count ÷ 100WPM = words per minute — the reader's speed (average adult: 200 WPM)
130 WPM = average speaking pace for presentations and lectures
100 WPM = estimated study speed including note-taking and reflection
Worked Example
5,000-word research paper
Did you know? The average person reads about 33% slower on a screen than on paper. E-ink readers like Kindle reduce this gap to about 10% slower than paper.
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