Listen instead of reading
Proofread an essay by ear, give your eyes a break from a long article, or hear how a word is pronounced. This reader uses the voices built into your device and browser, which usually include several English accents (Indian, US, UK) and many other languages, including Hindi on most phones and computers.
Adjust the speed from 0.5× to 2× and the pitch to taste, pause and resume at any time, and follow the highlighted word as it's spoken. Long texts are split into sentences automatically so playback doesn't stop halfway.
How to convert text to speech
- 1
Paste your text
Articles, notes, emails or a speech.
- 2
Pick language and voice
Voices depend on your device and browser.
- 3
Set speed and pitch
Slow it down for learning, speed it up to save time.
- 4
Press Play
Pause, resume or stop whenever you like.
Key features
Many voices
All the voices available on your device, grouped by language.
Speed and pitch control
From 0.5× to 2× speed.
Word highlighting
Follow along as the text is read (on voices that support it).
Handles long text
Automatic sentence splitting for uninterrupted reading.
Common uses
- Proofreading: Hear mistakes you might skim over.
- Learning languages: Listen to pronunciation at slower speeds.
- Accessibility: Rest your eyes or support reading difficulties.
Tips and good to know
- Chrome on desktop includes extra online Google voices; Edge offers natural Microsoft voices; phones use the system voices.
- Browsers don't allow saving the speech as an MP3 file. To record it, use your device's screen or audio recorder.
- Want the reverse — typing by voice? Use Speech to Text.