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Word Counter

Free word counter tool. Paste or type text to instantly see word count, character count, sentence count, paragraph count, reading time, speaking time, and top word frequency.

Writing

Words

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Characters

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Chars (no spaces)

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Sentences

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Paragraphs

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Reading time

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Speaking time

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I count words in text?

Paste your text into the word counter above. It automatically counts words, characters, sentences and paragraphs in real time as you type.

What is the average reading speed?

The average adult reads at around 200-238 words per minute. Our calculator uses 200 wpm for reading time and 130 wpm for speaking time.

How many words is a paragraph?

A typical paragraph is 75–200 words long, though this varies by context. Academic paragraphs tend to be 150–200 words, while web content paragraphs are often shorter at 50–100 words.

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