Writing & Analysis · No. 34

Filler Word Checker

Find filler words such as just, really, very and basically and see how often you use them.

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How it works

Three steps, zero setup.

Everything runs in your browser, so results appear the moment you type.

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Paste your text

Type, paste or upload a text file into the box above.

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Watch the results

Every number and highlight updates live as you edit.

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Fine-tune and export

Adjust the options, then copy, download or export the report.

About this tool

Filler words weaken writing and speeches. The checker highlights over 70 common fillers and hedges, counts each one and shows the share of your text they take up.

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FAQ

Questions, answered.

Not always. Some are natural in dialogue or speech. Use the report to cut the ones that add nothing.

Yes. It is completely free with no sign up, no usage limits and no API keys. Every Content Refiner tool runs in your browser.

Yes. Your text is processed on your own device and is never uploaded, stored or shared. Once the page has loaded, the tool even works offline.

Yes. The Filler Word Checker works in any modern browser on phones, tablets and computers.