Announces the current time aloud every minute, every 30 seconds, or on demand.
What Is a Speaking Clock?
A speaking clock announces the current time aloud using your browser's built-in speech synthesis. The original Speaking Clock service was launched by the British Post Office in 1936 — you could dial a phone number and hear "At the third stroke, the time will be..." This online version does the same thing, instantly, for free.
How to Use the Speaking Clock
Press "Speak Now" to hear the current time immediately. Use the interval setting to have the clock announce the time automatically every 30 seconds or every minute — useful when you are working and need to stay aware of time without looking at a clock. Press Stop to silence it.
Uses for a Speaking Clock
The Speaking Clock is particularly useful for people with visual impairments, for keeping track of time while cooking or exercising without looking at a screen, for classroom time-keeping, and for anyone who finds it easier to hear the time than to read it.
Frequently Asked Questions
What voice does the speaking clock use?
The speaking clock uses your browser's built-in speech synthesis voices. The available voices depend on your operating system and browser. You can select from available voices in the settings — on most devices this includes several English accents.
Does the speaking clock work on mobile?
Yes. Speech synthesis is supported on iOS Safari, Android Chrome, and all modern mobile browsers. The clock will speak through your phone's speaker.
Will it keep announcing the time if I switch tabs?
Speech synthesis may be paused by some browsers when a tab is hidden. For reliable announcements, keep the tab active or use the Speak Now button when you need to hear the time.