Reading Time Estimator
Estimate reading time from word count
Quick Facts
- •Average reading speed: 200–250 wpm
- •Average speaking speed: 130–150 wpm
- •A 1,000-word article ≈ 4–5 min read
Reading Speed Facts
The average adult reads at about 200–250 words per minute (wpm) for non-fiction. Skilled readers can reach 300+ wpm. Academic texts may slow reading to 150 wpm due to complexity. Speaking pace averages 130–150 wpm, which is useful for estimating presentation times.
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