Haiku Syllable Counter
Check a three-line haiku against the 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
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Haiku 5-7-5 check
A traditional haiku has 3 lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
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Check haiku line by line
A haiku syllable counter helps you see whether line 1 has 5 syllables, line 2 has 7 syllables and line 3 has 5 syllables. Paste your haiku above and the tool will show which lines are correct, too short or too long.
Examples of haiku counts
A valid 5-7-5 draft might count as 5 syllables on the first line, 7 on the second and 5 on the third. If a line has 6 or 8 syllables, revise by replacing a word, removing a filler word or changing the image.
For broader poem analysis, use the poem syllable counter. For full text results, open the syllable counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the haiku syllable pattern?
A traditional English-language haiku classroom pattern is 5 syllables, 7 syllables and 5 syllables across three lines.
Does every haiku have to be 5-7-5?
Not always. Many poets write haiku with different approaches, but 5-7-5 is a common teaching and practice structure.