Count syllables in English words and text passages. Per-word breakdown and haiku (5-7-5) mode. Instant, browser-based, no signup.
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Count the number of vowel sounds (not vowel letters) in a word. "Beautiful" has 3 syllables (beau-ti-ful) despite having 4 vowels. Each syllable has exactly one vowel sound.
Traditional haiku: 17 syllables in a 5-7-5 pattern: Line 1 = 5 syllables, Line 2 = 7 syllables, Line 3 = 5 syllables.
English has irregular pronunciation and many exceptions. Words like "fire" (1 or 2 syllables) and "evening" (2 or 3) are genuinely debated. Use this tool as a helpful guide.
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