About this tool
Estimate the number of syllables in words and text using a vowel-group heuristic, all in your browser.
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is the count?
It uses a vowel-group heuristic that works well for most English words but can miss unusual spellings and names.
How is each word estimated?
Each word counts its groups of vowels, drops a silent trailing e, and is given at least one syllable.