Syllable Counter

Count syllables in any word or text instantly. Enter a word or poem and see the syllable count for each word and the total. Essential for haiku and poetry.

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How to Use Syllable Counter

  1. 1

    Enter a word or text

    Type any word, phrase, or multi-line poem into the input.

  2. 2

    See syllable counts

    Each word is annotated with its syllable count, and the total is shown.

  3. 3

    Check for haiku

    Use it to verify your haiku follows the 5-7-5 syllable structure.

Frequently Asked Questions

How accurate is the syllable counter?
The counter uses a rule-based algorithm accurate for ~95% of common English words. Unusual proper nouns and loanwords may occasionally be miscounted.
Does it count syllables in multiple lines?
Yes. Paste an entire poem and it counts syllables line by line as well as the overall total.

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About Syllable Counter

The Syllable Counter on Utilko counts syllables in any English word or multi-line text — word by word and line by line. Perfect for writing haiku (5-7-5), checking meter in formal verse, or teaching children to segment words.

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