Syllable Counter
Count syllables in words, sentences, poems and haiku instantly.
Your text is analyzed directly in your browser. Nothing is uploaded to our servers.
Total syllables
0
Words
0
Characters
0
Sentences
0
Lines
0
Syllables per word
0.00
Haiku 5-7-5 check
A traditional haiku has 3 lines with a 5-7-5 syllable pattern.
Syllables per line
Line counts will appear as you type.
| Word | Syllables | Known split |
|---|---|---|
| Syllables per word will appear here. | ||
Count syllables online
Use this syllable counter online when you want to count syllables in words, count syllables in a sentence, compare syllables per line or review a poem draft. The tool updates while you type and shows totals for words, characters, sentences and lines.
For poetry, the line table helps you see rhythm quickly. For haiku, paste three lines and the haiku checker compares line 1 to 5 syllables, line 2 to 7 syllables and line 3 to 5 syllables.
How the estimate works
The counter normalizes each word, counts vowel groups, handles common silent-e patterns, checks selected word exceptions and returns at least one syllable for every word. It is a fast writing aid, not a perfect pronunciation authority.
Need narrower tools? Try the word syllable counter, sentence syllable counter, poem syllable counter or haiku syllable counter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How accurate is the syllable counter?
It is a rule-based estimate with a small exception list. English syllable counts can vary by accent and pronunciation, so unusual words may need a human check.
Can I count syllables in poems and haiku?
Yes. Paste a poem or haiku to see total syllables, syllables per line and a 5-7-5 haiku check when the text has three non-empty lines.
Is my text uploaded?
No. The syllables counter runs in your browser and does not send your text to a server or external API.