Reading time estimate
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Estimate reading duration from length and a chosen reading speed.
Your answer starts here.
Enter your values and select Calculate to see the result and any available breakdown.
How to use this calculator
- Enter word count. Use the unit shown beside the field.
- Enter assumed words per minute. Use the unit shown beside the field.
- Select Calculate and review the result. Select Reset to restore the example inputs.
How the calculation works
Word count/Assumed words per minute
Worked example
Word count = 1200; Assumed words per minute = 200. Result: 6 minutes.
Understand your result
Estimate reading duration from length and a chosen reading speed. The result is expressed in minutes.
Assumptions and limitations
Complexity, familiarity and accessibility needs affect actual time. Results are rounded for display.
Questions about this tool
What does this tool calculate?
Estimate reading duration from length and a chosen reading speed.
What should I check before using the answer?
Complexity, familiarity and accessibility needs affect actual time.
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