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Reading Time Calculator

Estimate time to read a number of words.

Calculated Output

Reading time 21.739

Reading time 0.3623

Formula: minutes = words ÷ reading speed

Step-by-Step Breakdown

1. Values used:

2. Word count = 5,000

3. Reading speed = 230 WPM

5. Reading time = Word count / Reading speed = 5,000 / 230 = 21.739

6. Reading time = 0.3623

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The math behind it

minutes = word count ÷ reading speed. Average adult reading is ~230 WPM.

5,000 words at 230 WPM → ~21.7 min.

Speed reading?

Some claim 400+ WPM, often with reduced comprehension.