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Words are counted as whitespace-separated tokens. Sentences are estimated by counting sentence-ending punctuation (. ! ?). Reading time assumes 200 words per minute; speaking time assumes 130 words per minute — both are estimates.
How is reading time estimated?
It's based on an average adult reading speed (roughly 200-250 words per minute), so the estimate gives a reasonable real-world sense of how long the text takes to read.
Does it count characters with or without spaces?
Both figures are shown separately, since many forms and platforms specify limits either way.
Is this accurate for essays or articles with a strict word limit?
Yes — the word count matches how word processors like Word or Google Docs count words, so it's reliable for meeting a submission requirement.