Our free word counter is highly accurate, using advanced algorithms to count words based on standard definitions. It considers spaces and punctuation to differentiate between words, ensuring precision for most languages and writing styles.

Absolutely! The Word Counter is excellent for academic writing. It provides word and character counts essential for meeting assignment requirements. Additionally, the readability analysis can help you refine your academic prose for clarity and comprehension.

We employ the widely-recognized Flesch-Kincaid readability scale. This scale assesses text complexity based on sentence length and word syllables, providing a grade-level equivalent. It helps ensure your content is appropriate for your target audience.

The speaking time estimation is based on average speaking rates. We use a standard of about 150 words per minute for conversational speech. However, this can vary depending on the complexity of the text and individual speaking styles.