Free Online Word Counter
Count words, characters, sentences, and paragraphs in your text. Get detailed statistics including reading time and keyword density.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does word counter count hyphenated words as one or two?
Hyphenated words (e.g., "well-known") are counted as one word since there is no whitespace between them. This matches how most word processors count hyphenated compounds.
How is sentence count determined?
Sentences are counted by detecting terminal punctuation — periods, exclamation marks, and question marks. Abbreviations like "Dr." or "U.S.A." may occasionally cause slight overcounting in sentence detection.
What is keyword density?
Keyword density is the percentage of times a specific word appears relative to total word count. A density of 1–3% is generally considered SEO-friendly for a target keyword without over-optimization.