Syllable Counter

Your text (one line per line of a poem or song)

Line by line

That is a haiku: 5, 7 and 5 syllables.

English syllables are counted with a spelling rule, so unusual words may be off by one. Check the word list above if the total matters.

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How are syllables counted?

With a spelling rule that counts groups of vowels and adjusts for silent endings like the final e. It is right for most common English words.

Why might a count be off by one?

English spelling has many exceptions, such as names and words like "fire". Check the word list under each line if the total matters.

Can I check a haiku?

Yes. Write three lines and the tool tells you if they follow the 5, 7 and 5 pattern.

Does it work for other languages?

No. The rules are made for English.

Is my text sent anywhere?

No. Everything runs in your browser, so your text never leaves your device.

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