Leesduur

Leesduur, often translated as "reading time," is a metric used to estimate how long it will take a person to read a piece of content. It is typically calculated by dividing the total word count of the text by an average reading speed. This average reading speed is generally assumed to be around 200 to 250 words per minute, though this can vary.

The primary purpose of displaying a leesduur is to provide readers with a clear expectation of the time commitment required to consume the content. This can be particularly useful for users who are browsing online articles, blog posts, or news items and need to decide which content is most suitable for their available time. Websites often display the estimated leesduur prominently, usually at the top of the article, alongside the title or author information.

Factors influencing the actual reading time can include the complexity of the vocabulary and sentence structure, the reader's familiarity with the topic, their reading proficiency, and whether they are reading for comprehension or skimming. Therefore, the leesduur is an estimation and not an exact measurement. Despite these variations, it remains a valuable tool for content creators and publishers to enhance user experience and manage reader expectations in the digital realm.