Grammarly
Writing Tools
Writing assistant for grammar, spelling, punctuation and clarity suggestions, with AI writing features and a browser extension.
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Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences and paragraphs, with reading and speaking time.
- Words
- 0
- Characters
- 0
- Characters (no spaces)
- 0
- Sentences
- 0
- Paragraphs
- 0
- Reading time
- 0 sec
- Speaking time
- 0 sec
About this tool
Paste or type text to see an instant count of words, characters (with and without spaces), sentences and paragraphs, plus estimated reading and speaking time.
Useful for essays with word limits, meta descriptions, social posts and scripts. Your text stays in your browser — nothing is uploaded.
How to use the word counter
- Type or paste your text into the box.
- Read the live counts below the editor.
- Use the reading-time estimate to plan articles, and the speaking-time estimate for video or podcast scripts.
Frequently asked questions
How are words counted?
Any run of characters separated by spaces or line breaks counts as one word. Hyphenated words count as one word.
How is reading time calculated?
We assume an average silent reading speed of about 220 words per minute and a speaking speed of about 140 words per minute. Real speeds vary by reader and content.
Is my text stored?
No. The counter runs entirely in your browser and your text is never sent to our servers.
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