Student Hacks #6: Improve Reading Comprehension with Speechify
- Barkababes Ban
- Oct 28, 2024
- 2 min read

Dugay na ba kaayo ang mga readings ug textbook chapters? It’s time to make things easier! Meet Speechify, an app that converts text into audio, letting you “read” anytime, anywhere. Imagine being able to study while you’re commuting, cooking, or taking a break. Speechify helps you absorb information on the go, making study time more flexible and productive.
What is Speechify?
Speechify is a text-to-speech app designed to help users turn any text—from PDFs to articles to entire books—into spoken audio. Ideal kaayo for students who are always on the move, Speechify allows you to listen instead of reading word-for-word. With Speechify, you’re not just reading; you’re engaging your brain in a whole new way. Pwede kaayo mag-study bisan asa, and it even supports Bisaya and Filipino languages!


How to Use Speechify for Your Studies
1. Download and Set Up Speechify Available ang Speechify sa App Store and Google Play. Download the app, create an account, and you’re ready to go! You can try the free version, but if you want access to more features, like natural-sounding voices and higher reading speeds, consider the premium version.
2. Import Your Texts Once in the app, you can upload text from PDFs, e-books, or even capture text using your phone camera. Just point your camera at any text, and Speechify will convert it into audio. This is perfect for assigned readings, textbook pages, or online articles. Dali ra gyud, no need for extra apps or tools!

3. Customize Your Listening Experience Choose from a range of voices (male, female, neutral) and adjust the speed. If gusto ka mag-listen faster, you can speed it up to 2x or 3x the normal rate. Experiment with what works best for you. Higher speeds help when you’re revising, while slower speeds are useful if you’re trying to understand complicated concepts.
4. Listen Anytime, Anywhere Whether you’re on the jeepney, cooking, or nag-relax lang sa balay, Speechify makes studying flexible. Instead of sitting down for hours, you can listen while doing other tasks. This is especially helpful for busy students juggling multiple commitments. Gamit kaayo ang Speechify for multi-tasking!
5. Take Notes Along the Way To get the most out of Speechify, keep a notebook handy for jotting down key points or questions. Even better, if you're using the app on a laptop, you can use note-taking apps side-by-side. Listen, pause, and write down important points to make sure you’re absorbing the material.
Why Speechify Works for Students
Listening to text instead of reading it engages different parts of your brain, making it easier to retain information. Plus, it helps you cover material faster. Imagine being able to “read” two chapters on your commute or listen to articles while taking a walk. Flexible ug convenient kaayo ang Speechify for students with busy schedules!
Pro Tip: Speechify even allows you to save audio versions of your readings so you can listen to them offline. Perfect kaayo for students nga walay stable internet access—just download your lessons and listen anytime.
With Speechify, you can turn study time into “me” time. Whether you’re out and about or chilling at home, learning is just a tap away. Give it a try and see how much more you can accomplish!
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