Tamil Text Analyser

தமிழ் உரை பகுப்பாய்வி

Paste any Tamil text and instantly get word count, character count, reading time calibrated for Tamil script, and a complete vowel/consonant breakdown. Free forever — no signup, no limits.

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Tamil-Calibrated150 WPM reading speed

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I count words in Tamil text?

Paste your Tamil text into the Tamil Text Analyser above. It instantly counts words by detecting spaces between Tamil words and updates in real time as you type.

Why is Tamil reading time different from English?

Tamil has a more complex script than English. Research shows Tamil readers average about 150 words per minute, while English readers average 238 WPM. Most generic word counters incorrectly use the English speed, giving Tamil readers inaccurate estimates. This tool uses the correct Tamil reading speed.

What are Uyir, Mei, and Uyirmei letters in Tamil?

Tamil letters are classified into three types. Uyir (உயிர்) are the 12 pure vowels like அ, ஆ, இ. Mei (மெய்) are the 18 pure consonants written with a pulli (dot), like க், ந். Uyirmei (உயிர்மெய்) are combined letters formed when a consonant joins a vowel, like கா, கி, கு — these form the majority of Tamil text.

Is this Tamil word counter free?

Yes, completely free with no signup, no watermark, and no usage limits. All text processing happens in your browser — your text never leaves your device.

Can I use this to analyse Tamil content for social media?

Yes. After analysing your text, head to the <a href="/generate">Tamil PNG Generator</a> to create Instagram posts, YouTube thumbnails, and WhatsApp status images with your text pre-loaded.