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eSpeak

Text to Speech engine for English and many other languages. Compact size with clear but artificial pronunciation. Available as a command-line program with many…

Version 1.48.04 · by eSpeak

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Official site: espeak.sourceforge.net

About eSpeak

Text to Speech engine for English and many other languages. Compact size with clear but artificial pronunciation. Available as a command-line program with many options, a shared library for Linux, and a Windows SAPI5 version.

How to install eSpeak

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With the Windows Package Manager (winget) you can install and update it with: winget install espeak.espeak
  4. Open eSpeak once it finishes installing.
How to install Windows software with winget

Frequently asked questions

Is eSpeak free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to espeak.sourceforge.net, the developer's official site, where eSpeak is available to download. Softvault doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of eSpeak?

The version listed here is 1.48.04. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install eSpeak from the command line?

With the Windows Package Manager (winget), run: winget install espeak.espeak. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is eSpeak safe?

eSpeak downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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