Free Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and lines in real time. Get reading and speaking time estimates for your content. No signup required.
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Reading Time
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Speaking Time
Free Word Counter Features
Everything you need to measure your content
Reading & Speaking Time
Estimates based on average reading speed (200 wpm) and speaking speed (130 wpm).
Real-Time Updates
All metrics update instantly as you type — no buttons to click.
Detailed Statistics
Characters with and without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and total line count.
Word Count
Accurate word counting for essays, articles, social posts, and any text content.
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time uses 200 words per minute, the average adult reading speed. Speaking time uses 130 words per minute, standard for presentations.
What counts as a word?
Any sequence of non-whitespace characters separated by spaces. Hyphenated words count as one word. Numbers and abbreviations count as words.
What counts as a sentence?
Text segments ending with a period, exclamation mark, or question mark. Multiple punctuation (e.g., '...') counts as one sentence boundary.
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