🔤 Word Counter
Paste or type your essay, assignment or post below. Word, character, sentence and paragraph counts update as you type, along with how long it takes to read or say out loud.
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How the Word Counter works
Words are counted as groups of letters or numbers separated by spaces. Reading time uses an average of 238 words per minute and speaking time 130 words per minute. Nothing you type leaves your browser.
Reading time = Words ÷ 238 wpm · Speaking time = Words ÷ 130 wpm
Step-by-step calculation
- 1Type or paste your text.
- 2Words, characters and sentences are counted live.
- 3Reading and speaking times are estimated.
Worked example
A 1,000-word essay takes about 4 min 12 sec to read silently and 7 min 42 sec to read aloud.
Why use a Word Counter?
Meet essay limits and plan speeches.
Important factors that can affect your results
- Hyphenated words and numbers.
- Different tools count slightly differently.
- Reading speed varies.
Frequently asked questions
Is my text saved or uploaded?
No. Counting happens entirely in your browser.
Do numbers count as words?
Yes, like most word processors, numbers count as words.
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