Reading speed varies by material complexity and purpose.
⚠Speed reading may reduce comprehension. Balance speed with understanding.
What Is Reading Speed?
Reading speed measures how quickly you can read and comprehend text, typically measured in words per minute (WPM). It varies based on content difficulty, familiarity, and reading purpose.
Slow (under 180)
Careful reading, technical content, learning new material.
Average (200-250)
Normal reading for novels, news, general non-fiction.
Fast (300-450)
Skilled readers, experienced with subject matter.
Speed (1000+)
Photo-reading, with significant comprehension loss.
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