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Count word frequency in any text

Paste text to see every word ranked by how often it appears, with its count and share of all words.

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How to use the Word Frequency Counter

  1. 1Paste your text.
  2. 2Choose whether to ignore case.
  3. 3Read the ranked table.

Supported formats and limits

  • Words are letters and numbers; apostrophes inside words are kept (don't).
  • The table shows the top 300 words.

Common uses

  • Spotting overused words in an essay.
  • Checking keyword usage in an article.
  • Analysing survey answers.

Frequently asked questions

Are common words like 'the' excluded?

No. Every word is counted so the numbers stay honest; skim past them in the table.

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