Estimate how long it takes to read or speak text. Reading time defaults to 240 wpm (average adult silent reading); speaking time at 130 wpm (conversational pace). Adjustable for slow / fast reader profiles. Useful for blog post 'reading time' badges and speech prep.
When to use this
Use for: estimating blog post 'reading time' for the article header badge, prepping speeches / presentations to hit time targets, estimating audiobook narration length, planning podcast episode lengths.
Frequently Asked Questions
What's the average reading speed?
240 words per minute for adult silent reading on screen / paper. Audio comprehension is slower (~150 wpm at conversational pace, up to 200 wpm at audiobook narration speeds). Fast readers reach 400 wpm; speed reading claims 600+ wpm but with reduced comprehension.
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