Count every
syllable instantly.
Paste poems, lyrics, haikus, or essays and get an instant syllable count — per word, per line, and in total. Perfect for poets, songwriters, and students mastering meter.
Paste your text.
See every syllable.
Live counts update as you type. Each line gets its own syllable count — great for verifying haiku (5-7-5) or sonnet meter (10 per line).
Built for
poets & writers.
Everything you need to check meter, verify haiku structure, and perfect your lyrics.
Live Counting
The totals update as you type — no button needed for a quick check. Click Count Syllables for a full per-word breakdown.
Per-Word Breakdown
Every word gets its own syllable count in a superscript badge, so you can spot exactly which word breaks your meter.
Line-by-Line Totals
Each line gets its own count in the sidebar. Perfect for haikus (5-7-5), sonnets (10 per line), and limericks.
Preset Samples
Load a haiku, sonnet line, limerick, or song lyric with one click to see the counter in action.
100% Private
All counting happens in your browser. Your text never leaves your device.
Mobile Friendly
A fully responsive layout makes it easy to check syllables on any device.
From text
to totals.
Paste your text
Copy a poem, lyric, haiku, or essay into the input box. Line breaks and punctuation are preserved.
Watch the counts
Totals update live. Click Count Syllables for a per-word breakdown with superscript syllable counts.
Verify your meter
Check the line-by-line totals to make sure each line hits the meter you're aiming for — 5-7-5, 10, or any pattern.
Made for
every writer.
Haiku Poets
Verify the 5-7-5 syllable structure instantly. Line-by-line counts make it easy to catch a line that's off by one.
Sonnet Writers
Check that each line has exactly 10 syllables (iambic pentameter) with the per-line sidebar breakdown.
Songwriters
Match lyrics to a melody by counting syllables in each line. Spot words that don't fit the rhythm quickly.
Students
Learn English syllable patterns, prepare for poetry units, and practice pronunciation with confidence.
Limerick Writers
Check the 8-8-5-5-8 syllable pattern of a limerick with the line-by-line totals.
Teachers
Create syllable-counting exercises for classroom poetry units and verify answer keys instantly.
Frequently Asked Questions.
A Syllable Counter is a tool that counts how many syllables are in a word, line, or entire block of text. It is commonly used by poets writing haikus or sonnets, songwriters matching lyrics to melodies, and students learning English pronunciation.
The counter uses a heuristic based on vowel groups. Each contiguous group of vowels (a, e, i, o, u, and sometimes y) counts as one syllable, with adjustments for silent-e endings and common English word patterns. It runs entirely in your browser.
Yes. Each line of your text gets its own syllable count in the sidebar, so you can verify haikus (5-7-5), sonnets (10 per line), or any custom meter.
The syllable counter is highly accurate for common English words — typically 95%+ on everyday vocabulary. Irregular words and some proper nouns may be off by one, but the per-line totals help you spot and correct those quickly.
Yes, the Syllable Counter is 100% free with no signup, no download, and no limits on how much text you can count.
Yes, the Syllable Counter is fully responsive and works smoothly on phones, tablets, and desktop browsers.
English pronunciation varies by region. The counter uses a standard American English heuristic, so words like "every" (2 or 3 syllables depending on accent) may count differently from your dialect. Use the per-word breakdown to spot and account for those.
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