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What it does: Free word counter that counts words, characters, sentences, paragraphs, and reading time — Enter any text, get word count, character count, sentence count, and estimated reading time instantly.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How is reading time calculated?
Reading time is based on an average adult reading speed of 200 words per minute. This is a commonly used benchmark for general text. Reading speed varies — some people read faster, especially for simple content, and slower for technical material.
What counts as a sentence?
Sentences are counted by looking for ending punctuation — a full stop (.), exclamation mark (!) or question mark (?). So "Hello! How are you? I am fine." counts as 3 sentences. Consecutive punctuation or ellipsis is counted as one ending.
Does this tool save my text anywhere?
No. All counting happens right inside your browser using JavaScript. Nothing is sent to any server. Your text stays completely private on your device.
How many words should a standard assignment or article be?
It depends on the purpose. A typical blog article is 800–1,500 words. A college assignment may require 500–2,000 words. A short answer question is usually 150–300 words. An UPSC essay paper typically asks for around 1,000–1,200 words. Use this tool to stay within your word limit easily.