#1 AI video creation platform

Text to speech avatar for videos

Create videos with hyper-realistic text-to-speech avatars in minutes. All you need to do is type in text, our tool takes care of the rest.

  • 160+ realistic talking avatars
  • text-to-speech in 120+ languages
  • Create voiceovers from text

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Main features

What makes our text-to-speech avatars stand out?

Here are 6 features that distinguish Synthesia's text-to-speech avatars from the rest.

Create voiceovers in 120+ languages

Make your text-to-speech avatar multilingual. With our text to speech function, you can simply paste your text and our AI software will generate the audio.

  • 120+ languages
  • 400+ voices
  • No need for audio recordings

Generate human-like AI avatars

Our tool generates remarkably realistic AI characters with natural facial expressions, speech, and head movements. You almost can't tell it was made by a computer.

  • 160+ avatars
  • Diverse style selection
  • Based on real actors

Produce and record videos in one tool

To create a video, simply paste text, choose a human-like character and voice, and customize the content to fit your brand. That's it.

  • No need for cameras or audio equipment
  • Includes access to 60+ video templates
  • Easily update video in seconds

Responsible use of deepfakes

Synthesia is a brand with a strong stance on the ethics of deepfakes. All content goes through an internal screening process, and re-enacting someone without their consent is impossible.

Create videos at scale

Typically, video creation with actors is costly and lengthy. With Synthesia, you can create dozens of videos with talking avatars in a few hours.

Adjust video file on demand

Want to change the contents of your video? Simply edit your existing video in Synthesia and click 'Generate' for it to update automatically.

AI Avatars

Synthesia's text-to-speech avatars

Below you can demo some of the avatars currently available at Synthesia.

Sana
Custom avatar
Sana
(Enterprise)
Alex
Custom avatar
Alex
(Enterprise)
Sia (corporate only)
Custom avatar
Sia
(Enterprise)
Veronika
Custom avatar
Veronika
(Enterprise)
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How to create a text-to-speech avatar

Step 1. Create a video script

We recommend using no more than 3-4 sentences per video slide to keep the video short and engaging.

Step 2. Choose an text to speech avatar

Next, choose an AI avatar. We have over 140 diverse AI avatars to choose from.

Step 3. Paste text and choose voice

Copy your text and paste it into the script box slide by slide. We will generate a voiceover in any of the supported 120+ languages.

Step 4. Edit video

Add images, videos, colors, shapes, text, animations and more to make your avatar stand out.

Step 5. Generate and download

All you have to do now is generate the avatar video. Once the video is generated, you can share it, download it or embed it.

customer stories

See why people like you choose Synthesia

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Faster video creation

"Synthesia’s AI voiceovers sold me instantly. They give us the ability to pivot and create video content much faster than before"

Ann Stutler
Senior Manager of Training & Learning at Division Maintenance Group
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No actors - no costs

"Relying on external agencies and hiring voiceover actors in multiple language was extremely costly. So it would either mean stretching the budget or no video at all."

Jason Etherington
Global L&D Sales Learning Strategy Manager at Xerox
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Speed, simplicity and ease

"We can record anytime and anywhere with greater speed, simplicity, and ease. It not only optimizes work schedules but also increases productivity and benefits the quality of our educational materials."

Tue S. Synthesia custoemr
Pedro da Silva
Global Educational Services Manager at Fiery

FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

How do you make an avatar that talks?

The answer lies in the name 'text to speech avatar'.

Using text-to-speech technology, you can choose a language and voice, and create an (almost) human avatar.

Some tools also allow you to alter the pitch and style of the voice to make your content fit your target audiences better.

How do you make a TTS avatar?

Here's how you can make a TTS avatar in 5 easy steps:

  1. Create a video script. We recommend using no more than 3-4 sentences per video slide to keep the video short and engaging.
  2. Choose an text to speech avatar. Next, choose an AI avatar. We have over 85 diverse AI avatars to choose from.
  3. Paste text and choose voice. Copy your text and paste it into the script box slide by slide. We will generate a voiceover in any of the supported 120+ languages.
  4. Edit video. Add images, videos, colors, shapes, text, animations and more to make your avatar stand out.
  5. Generate and download. All you have to do now is generate the avatar video. Once the video is generated, you can share it, download it or embed it.

How to make an AI avatar for free?

To make an AI avatar for free using Synthesia, go to the free demo video page, type in your script and click 'Generate'. Your free AI avatar will be generated in few minutes.

How can I create a talking avatar?

To create a talking avatar for videos, go to Synthesia.io and create an account. Once you're logged in, go to the video editor and pick a template. Then, choose from 140+ stock talking avatars, type in text in any of the supported 120+ languages and click 'Generate'.

What app can I use to create a talking avatar?

To create a talking avatar, you can use Synthesia, the #1 rated AI video generation platform for creating videos with realistic avatars.