Syllable Counter & Haiku Checker
Count syllables per word and per line — check a haiku's 5-7-5 pattern or the meter of a poem.
How to use
- 1Type a word, a line or a whole poem.
- 2See syllables per line; a three-line haiku is checked against 5-7-5.
How it's calculated
Syllables are estimated from groups of vowels with English adjustments (silent final e, -ed, -es). Unusual words and names can be off by one.
Frequently asked questions
What is the haiku syllable pattern?
Traditional English haiku use three lines of 5, 7 and 5 syllables, though many modern poets treat this loosely.
How accurate is the syllable count?
Accurate for the vast majority of common English words. Rare words, names and some compound words may be off by one.
Does it work for other languages?
The rules are tuned for English. Other languages have different syllable patterns, so results will be approximate.