Word Counter
Fill in the value and the answer updates as you type.
How the Word Counter works
Words are groups of characters separated by spaces or line breaks. Reading time assumes about 238 words per minute and speaking time about 130 words per minute. Paste your text into the box; it never leaves your browser.
Inputs and results
The Word Counter takes 1 input and gives 6 results.
What you enter
- Your text — starts at The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. It was a sunny day!.
What you get
- Words
- Characters (with spaces)
- Characters (no spaces)
- Sentences
- Reading time (minutes)
- Speaking time (minutes)
Example: Word Counter with the starting values
With your text The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. It was a sunny day!, the calculator returns:
| Words | 14 |
|---|---|
| Characters (with spaces) | 64 |
| Characters (no spaces) | 51 |
| Sentences | 2 |
| Reading time (minutes) | 0.1 |
| Speaking time (minutes) | 0.1 |
Change any value above and the results update straight away.
Word Counter FAQ
How do I use the Word Counter?
Enter your text in the fields, then read words, characters (with spaces), characters (no spaces) and sentences in the result panel. The answer updates as you type, and you can press Calculate or Enter to refresh it. Use “Copy link” to share your exact numbers with someone else.
What does the Word Counter calculate?
Count words, characters, sentences, and reading time. It returns words, characters (with spaces), characters (no spaces) and sentences from the 1 value you provide.
What values does the Word Counter start with?
It opens with your text The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. It was a sunny day! so you can see a working result straight away. Replace them with your own numbers, or press Reset to return to these starting values.
Is the Word Counter free and private?
Yes. It is free, needs no account, and runs in your browser, so nothing you type is sent to or stored on our servers. See the Privacy Policy for details.
Can I rely on the Word Counter for important decisions?
Treat the result as a well-rounded estimate. Real situations often have details a general calculator cannot know, so confirm important decisions with a qualified professional. See the Disclaimer for more.