Reading Time Calculator
Wondering how long that article or book will take? Enter the length and your reading speed.
Reading speed varies — most people read roughly 200–300 words per minute. This calculator estimates how long a text, chapter or book will take to read, so you can plan study sessions and know whether that assigned article fits in your lunch break.
Estimated reading time
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Average adult reads about 200–250 wpm.
Pages are estimated at 275 words per page. For real books, your copy may differ — adjust the word count if you know it.