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Text to Speech

Have any text read aloud with the voices built into your device.

  • 100% free
  • Many languages
  • Word highlighting
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Voices come from your device and browser, so they differ between Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone. Most voices work offline; ones marked “online” are provided by your browser's maker.

Last reviewed by the OnlineToolPro team

What is the Text to Speech?

Reads text aloud using the speech voices available on your device and browser. Choose a voice and language, adjust the speed and pitch, and follow along as each word is highlighted.

How it works

How to use the Text to Speech

3 simple steps. No experience needed.

What can you use it for?

  • Listen to an article while doing something else.
  • Proofread writing by hearing it.
  • Check how a word or name is pronounced.

Getting the best voice

Voices marked “online” are often more natural but need an internet connection. Pick a voice that matches the language of your text — an English voice reading French sounds wrong.

Very long texts are read sentence by sentence, so you can paste whole articles.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Can I download the audio as an MP3?

No. Browsers play speech directly but don't let websites record it as a file.

Why are the voices different on my phone?

Voices come from your operating system and browser, so Windows, Mac, Android and iPhone each offer their own set.

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