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Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and estimate reading time.

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Key Features

Word, character (with/without spaces), sentence, paragraph counts
Estimated reading time
Speaking time (for presentations)
Live count as you type
One-click copy of statistics
Handles multiple languages

How to Use

1Paste or type your text into the input area
2View live statistics in the sidebar
3Use the counts to verify your content meets requirements

Common Use Cases

Check if an essay meets a word count requirement
Estimate reading time for a blog post
Count characters for a tweet or meta description
Verify minimum content length for SEO

Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200-250 words per minute, the average adult reading speed for English. Speaking time is estimated at 130-150 words per minute.
Does the counter handle languages other than English?
Yes. The counter uses Unicode-aware word boundary detection, so it works with most languages including CJK characters.

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