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Word Counter

Count words, characters, sentences and reading time.

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Initializing Word Counter in local browser environment…

How to use Word Counter

  1. Paste or type text into the main editor.
  2. Review real-time metrics: words, characters, characters without spaces, sentences, paragraphs, and lines.
  3. Inspect estimated reading time and speaking time alongside top keyword density frequencies.

Why use this local-first tool?

  • Accurate Unicode word segmentation supporting punctuation and contractions.
  • Keyword density frequency table highlighting the most repeated words.
  • Estimated silent reading speed (220 wpm) and spoken presentation speed (130 wpm).

Frequently Asked Questions

How is reading time calculated?

Reading time is calculated at an average adult reading speed of 220 words per minute, rounded up to the nearest minute.

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