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Reading Time Calculator (WPM)

Calculate how long it will take to read a book, article, or text based on your Words Per Minute (WPM).

Average adult reads 238 WPM.

Estimate Reading Time for Any Text

Knowing how long an article, essay, or book will take to read helps you manage your time effectively. Many modern blogs display an "Estimated Reading Time" at the top of their posts.

Our Reading Time Calculator helps you find this out instantly. Just enter the total word count of the text and your reading speed in Words Per Minute (WPM). By default, it uses 238 WPM, which is the average reading speed for an adult English speaker.

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Studies show that the average adult reads at about 238 to 250 words per minute (WPM). College students often read slightly faster at around 300 WPM.

You can copy and paste your text into a Word processor like Microsoft Word or Google Docs, or use our free online Word Counter tool to get the exact count.

Research suggests that people generally read about 10% to 20% slower on digital screens compared to printed paper, due to glare, backlighting, and digital distractions.
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