This article covers features from an earlier version of Vois. The content is kept for reference, but some functionality described here has been replaced in Vois 2.0.
See what's new in Vois 2.0Speed Kills (Monotony): Mastering Pace with Punctuation and Structure
Praney BehlTLDR:Short sentences speed things up. Long sentences slow things down. Punctuation marks — ellipses, em dashes, periods — control the micro-rhythm between them.
Frequently Asked Questions
Should I speed up or slow down for important information?
Slow down. Write shorter, more deliberate sentences with line breaks after them. The brain needs time to process key concepts.
How much speed variation is too much?
If the rhythm feels jarring when you read it aloud, simplify. Aim for natural-feeling shifts — long flowing sentences for context, short punchy ones for emphasis.
Written by
Praney Behl
Founder
Creator of Vois, passionate about making voice production accessible to everyone.
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