eSpeak eSpeak
winget install --id=espeak.espeak -e 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.
eSpeak is a text-to-speech engine designed to convert written text into spoken words, supporting English and numerous other languages. It offers a compact size with clear yet artificial pronunciation, making it suitable for scenarios where clarity at high speeds is essential.
Key Features:
- Supports over 100 languages, though some are in early development stages.
- Available as a command-line tool, shared library, and Windows SAPI5 version.
- Produces speech as WAV files and supports SSML and HTML markup.
- Flexible voice characteristics adjustment for different tones.
- Potential to integrate with other synthesis engines like MBROLA.
Audience & Benefit: Ideal for developers integrating TTS functionality into applications. Users who need multi-language support benefit from its extensive coverage, though some languages require further refinement. eSpeak is a cost-effective solution for those prioritizing clarity over naturalness in speech output. It can be installed via winget, offering easy setup without the need for additional links or references.