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Free word counter
Paste text to count words and characters and estimate how long it takes to speak or read aloud. Useful for scripts, transcripts, captions, and meeting notes.
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Word Counter
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Count words and characters instantly
Paste a script, transcript, caption draft, or notes document to see word count, character count, and estimated speaking duration.
Estimate transcript and script length
Word count helps you plan voiceovers, podcast intros, sales scripts, video narration, lecture material, and edited transcript summaries.
Use speaking time for audio planning
A rough speaking-time estimate helps you decide whether a script is too long, too short, or ready to record.
How it works
How to use the Word Counter
- Paste your text into the word counter.
- Review the word and character counts.
- Check the estimated speaking time.
- Edit your script or transcript as needed.
FAQ
Word Counter questions
How do I count words in a transcript?
Paste the transcript text into the Word Counter. It will show word count, character count, and estimated speaking duration.
Can I estimate speaking time from word count?
Yes. The tool estimates how long the text may take to speak aloud based on typical spoken-word pacing.
Is the speaking time exact?
No. Actual timing depends on speaker pace, pauses, language, and delivery style, but the estimate is useful for planning.
Can I use this for captions or subtitles?
Yes. Word and character counts are useful when editing captions, subtitle text, and short transcript excerpts.