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Word & Character Counter

Count words, characters, sentences, paragraphs and estimate reading time as you type.

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Chars (no spaces)
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Sentences
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Paragraphs
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Lines
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Reading time
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Speaking time

Why count words and characters?

  • Writers — Hit article length targets (1000 words, 280 chars for tweets)
  • Students — Check essay length against assignment requirements
  • SEO content — Meta descriptions need ~155–160 characters
  • Public speakers — Estimate talk duration from script length

Reading & speaking time formulas

  • Reading: 200 words per minute (average adult)
  • Speaking: 130 words per minute (presentation pace)

FAQ

How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is estimated at 200 words per minute, the average adult reading speed.
How is speaking time calculated?
Speaking time uses 130 words per minute, a typical presentation pace.
Does this count characters with or without spaces?
Both — the tool shows separate counts for total characters and characters excluding spaces.

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