Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs instantly. See estimated reading and speaking time, plus which words appear most often.
Words
0
Characters
0
No Spaces
0
Sentences
0
Paragraphs
0
Reading Time
<1 min
Speaking Time
<1 min
Avg Word Len
0
Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute — the average silent reading speed for adults. A 1,000-word article takes approximately 5 minutes to read.
How is speaking time calculated?
Speaking time is estimated at 130 words per minute — close to the average conversational pace. For presentations, 120–150 wpm is a comfortable rate for the audience.
What counts as a paragraph?
This tool counts paragraphs as blocks of text separated by a blank line (double newline). Single line breaks within a paragraph are not counted as paragraph separators.