Text to Speech Converter

How to Use Text to Speech

Simply paste or type your text into the box above. Click the Play button to hear it read aloud using your browser's built-in text-to-speech engine. Adjust the voice, speed, pitch, and volume to your preference. The current word being spoken is highlighted in real-time as it plays.

Features

• Multiple Voices: Choose from all available system voices (language support depends on your browser and operating system).
• Speed Control: Adjust playback speed from 0.5x to 2x for faster or slower listening.
• Pitch Control: Fine-tune the pitch of the voice from 0.5 to 2.
• Volume Control: Control the output volume independently.
• Word Highlighting: See which word is being spoken in real-time.
• Pause & Resume: Pause at any time and resume where you left off.
• Remember Settings: Your last used voice and settings are saved locally.

Supported Languages

The available voices depend on your device's operating system and browser. Most modern browsers support English and many other languages including Spanish, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Chinese, Japanese, and more. Check your system settings for available language packs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my text stored anywhere?

No. Everything happens in your browser. Your text is never sent to any server. We only save your voice and control preferences in your browser's local storage for convenience.

Why are some voices missing?

Voice availability depends on your operating system and browser. Windows, macOS, and Linux each have different default voices. Some browsers may have fewer voices available than others. Installing additional language packs on your system will make more voices available.

Can I download the audio?

This tool plays audio through your browser's native text-to-speech engine and does not generate downloadable files. For downloadable text-to-speech audio, you'll need a dedicated recording tool or online service.

What should I do if no voices appear?

Try refreshing the page. If voices still don't appear, your browser or system may not have text-to-speech support enabled. Check your browser settings and ensure you have language packs installed on your operating system.