Word & Character Counter
Paste any text to instantly see word count, character count, sentences, paragraphs, and estimated reading time.
How It Works
Type or paste text into the box above. The tool instantly calculates all metrics as you type. No need to click any button.
What Gets Counted
- Words - Separated by spaces, tabs, or line breaks
- Characters - Total and without spaces
- Sentences - Ending with period, question mark, or exclamation
- Paragraphs - Separated by blank lines
- Reading time - Based on average reading speed (200 words/min)
- Speaking time - Based on average speaking speed (130 words/min)
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the word count?
Very accurate. It counts the same way as Microsoft Word and Google Docs.
What about different languages?
This tool works with any language that uses spaces between words, including English, Spanish, French, German, and more.
How is reading time calculated?
Based on an average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute. Actual speed varies by person and content complexity.
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