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Sentence & Paragraph Counter

Count sentences and paragraphs, measure average sentence length, and spot long sentences while you edit.

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About this tool

See the structure behind your word count

A word total does not show how a draft is paced. Sentence and paragraph counts help you compare sections, check assignment requirements, and find dense blocks that may be easier to read after a careful split.

The counter uses punctuation and paragraph breaks as practical signals. Abbreviations, headings, lists, and unconventional punctuation can affect the result, so treat the totals as editing guidance rather than a formal linguistic analysis.

Three-step workflow

Use Sentence & Paragraph Counter in seconds

  1. Paste or type the complete text.
  2. Review sentence, paragraph, and average-length metrics.
  3. Edit long or crowded sections and watch the totals update.

Frequently asked questions

Questions about Sentence & Paragraph Counter

How does the sentence counter work?

It looks for sentence-ending punctuation and non-empty text segments. Results can vary when text contains abbreviations, lists, or incomplete sentences.

What is a good average sentence length?

There is no universal target. Many general-audience drafts average roughly 15 to 20 words, while technical and academic writing may reasonably be longer.

Is my writing uploaded?

No. Counting happens locally in your browser.

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