About the Sentence & Paragraph Counter
Get instant counts of sentences and paragraphs plus structural analysis: average words per sentence, average sentences per paragraph, and flags for over-long sentences that hurt readability.
Structure — not just word count — determines whether writing feels effortless or exhausting.
How to use the Sentence & Paragraph Counter
- Paste your text.
- Read sentence, paragraph and average-length stats.
- Review flagged long sentences (25+ words) for splitting.
Common uses
Editing for rhythm and flow
Meeting structural assignment requirements
Improving web content scannability
Frequently asked questions
What is a good average sentence length?
14–20 words suits most modern writing; web copy often trends shorter.
How are sentences detected?
By terminal punctuation (. ! ?) with handling for common abbreviations and decimals.
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