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Text to Speech

Convert text to natural-sounding speech. Listen to your text with multiple voices and languages!

Characters: 0 | Words: 0
0.5x (Slow)2x (Fast)
0.5 (Low)2 (High)

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About Text to Speech

Text to Speech (TTS) technology converts written text into spoken words using synthetic voices. Our online TTS tool uses the Web Speech API to provide natural-sounding speech synthesis directly in your browser, with support for multiple voices, languages, and customizable speech parameters.

Features

  • Convert text to speech instantly
  • Multiple voices and languages
  • Adjustable speech rate (0.5x - 2x)
  • Adjustable pitch (0.5 - 2)
  • Play, pause, and stop controls
  • Character and word count
  • 100% browser-based (no server uploads)
  • Free and unlimited use
  • Responsive design
  • Dark mode support

How to Use

  1. Type or paste your text in the text area
  2. Select a voice from the dropdown (different languages available)
  3. Adjust speed and pitch using the sliders
  4. Click "Speak" to hear your text
  5. Use pause/resume to control playback
  6. Click stop to end speech

Use Cases

  • Accessibility: Help visually impaired users consume content
  • Learning: Improve pronunciation and language learning
  • Proofreading: Hear your writing to catch errors
  • Multitasking: Listen to articles while doing other tasks
  • Content Creation: Test how text sounds when spoken
  • Education: Create audio materials for students
  • Testing: Test text-to-speech functionality

Speech Parameters

Speed (Rate):

Controls how fast the text is spoken. Range: 0.5x (slow) to 2x (fast). Default: 1x (normal).

Pitch:

Controls the tone of the voice. Range: 0.5 (low) to 2 (high). Default: 1 (normal).

Voice:

Different voices support different languages and accents. Available voices depend on your browser and operating system.

Browser Support

Text to Speech is supported by all modern browsers:

  • Chrome/Edge: Excellent support with many voices
  • Firefox: Good support with system voices
  • Safari: Full support with high-quality voices
  • Mobile: Supported on iOS Safari and Android Chrome

Available Languages

The number and quality of voices varies by browser and operating system. Common languages include:

  • English (US, UK, Australian, Indian)
  • Spanish (Spain, Latin America)
  • French, German, Italian
  • Chinese, Japanese, Korean
  • Portuguese, Russian, Arabic
  • And many more...

Tips for Best Results

  • Use proper punctuation for natural pauses
  • Break long texts into smaller chunks
  • Experiment with different voices for best quality
  • Adjust speed for better comprehension
  • Use standard spelling (avoid abbreviations)
  • Test different pitch settings for comfort

Privacy & Security

All text-to-speech processing happens locally in your browser using the Web Speech API. Your text is never sent to our servers or any third-party services. This ensures complete privacy and security for your content.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why don't I see many voices?

Available voices depend on your browser and operating system. Chrome typically has the most voices.

Can I download the audio?

This tool uses real-time speech synthesis. For downloadable audio, consider using dedicated TTS services.

Is there a text length limit?

No hard limit, but very long texts may be split by the browser. For best results, use texts under 5000 characters.

Why does the voice sound robotic?

Voice quality varies by browser. Try different voices or browsers for better quality.