Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in your text. See reading and speaking time estimates.
Frequently Asked Questions
How are words counted?
Words are counted by splitting text on whitespace. Hyphenated words count as one word. Numbers and abbreviations each count as one word.
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 238 words per minute, which is the average adult reading speed. Speaking time uses 150 words per minute.
Does it count characters with or without spaces?
Both! The tool shows total characters (including spaces) and characters without spaces, so you can use whichever count you need.