Filler word counter

Count filler words in your transcript

Filler words make spoken drafts sound hesitant on the page. This filler word counter scans pasted or imported text locally and highlights common fillers such as um, uh, like, and you know. You get a total count, rate per 100 words, and in-context highlights. Nothing is uploaded.

How it works

Paste a transcript or import a .txt file. The tool counts matches, shows the most frequent fillers, and highlights them in your text. Analysis runs in your browser with no account.

A sample transcript loads by default so you can see the tool immediately. Replace it with your own dictation output anytime.

Why filler words matter after dictation

Speech-to-text captures what you say, fillers included. Before sending an email or notes, spotting patterns helps you tighten phrasing or re-record cleaner takes. Pair this tool with speech to text or live speech to text.

What we count (English)

Common patterns include: um, uh, er, ah, like, you know, I mean, kind of, sort of, basically, actually, literally. The list focuses on typical spoken fillers, not every informal word.

Privacy

Your text never leaves this device. We do not store or analyze content on a server.

Tips to reduce fillers

Pause briefly instead of saying um. Use short sentences. Record in a quiet room with a mic that passes our microphone test. Review with speaking speed test if you tend to rush.

Related tools

• Speech to text
• Filler word counter (this page)
• Speaking speed test
• Microphone test

UBIK Flow

UBIK Flow on Mac and Windows lets you dictate locally into any app and polish with AI in context. Use this counter to spot habits, then edit faster in your normal workflow.