Literary Word Count & Reading Time Calculator
Estimate reading time for poetry or literary works. Average reading speed: 200-250 wpm for poetry, 250-300 wpm for prose.
Formula
Reading Time (min) = Word Count / Reading Speed
500 words, 225 wpm
Inputs
- Word Count: 500
- Reading Speed (words/min): 225
~2m 13s reading time
Frequently asked questions
What's average poetry speed?
200-250 wpm (slower than prose due to rhythm, line breaks)