How to Read and Listen at the Same Time
Paste an article, study note, language-learning passage, or your own writing into CopyListen. Select a language and voice, adjust the speed, and press LISTEN while the text remains visible.
Follow Along with Highlighted Words
CopyListen supports text-to-speech with word highlighting when the browser and selected voice provide speech-boundary information. This creates a synchronized text and audio view that helps you follow along with spoken text.
Adjust Reading Speed and Voice
Choose an available browser voice and use the speed controls to make the reading slower or faster. Voice availability and highlighting behavior vary by browser, device, and operating system.
Audio-Guided Reading for Learning and Accessibility
Guided reading with audio can support study review, language practice, proofreading, and everyday reading. Read aloud with highlighted words while you listen, or use the text as a visual guide at your own pace.
Interactive Read-Along in Your Browser
This interactive read-along uses the existing CopyListen reader and browser speech synthesis. It does not promise a particular voice, audiobook synchronization, or a downloadable MP3 for every environment.
Read and Listen FAQ
What does it mean to read and listen at the same time?
It means keeping written text visible while a browser voice reads the same passage aloud, so you can follow along visually and by sound.
Does CopyListen highlight every word?
Word highlighting depends on the browser and selected voice. When speech-boundary events are available, CopyListen can highlight the current word during playback.
Can I adjust the reading speed?
Yes. Use the existing speed controls to slow down or speed up the browser text-to-speech playback.
What is audio-guided reading useful for?
Audio-guided reading can help with study notes, language practice, proofreading, and following text while listening.
Try the online text-to-speech reader or learn more about immersion reading.