How is reading time estimated?

This calculator uses a simple words-per-minute estimate to project how long a reader may need to get through the text.

Can I paste full articles?

Yes. You can paste a short paragraph or a larger article draft.

No. Reading speed varies, so the result is a quick approximation rather than a guaranteed time.

Use this reading time calculator to estimate how long a block of text may take to read. It also shows word count and an estimated reading pace.

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Words per minute

Word count0

Estimated reading time0 min

Reading speed used0 wpm

Paste text above to estimate reading time.

This tool counts the words in the text, then divides that number by the selected words-per-minute reading speed.

Reading time = word count / words per minute

Use it for blog posts, essays, newsletter drafts, documentation, and any content where a quick reading-time estimate is helpful.

A 200-word paragraph reads in about 1 minute at 200 words per minute.

A 600-word article reads in about 3 minutes at the same speed.

Using a slower reading speed increases the estimated reading time.

Yes. Enter a different words-per-minute value to match your preferred estimate.

No. The estimate is based on word count rather than formatting complexity or layout.

It can provide a rough guide, but spoken-word pacing often differs from reading speed.