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Haiku Checker

Check your haiku format, syllable count, and 5-7-5 structure as you type with instant line-by-line syllable analysis.

Line 1Target: 5
0/ 5
Syllable Count
Line 2Target: 7
0/ 7
Syllable Count
Line 3Target: 5
0/ 5
Syllable Count
Line 1: 5 syl • Line 2: 7 syl • Line 3: 5 syl

Syllable Breakdown

LineBreakdownSyllables
1—0 of 5
2—0 of 7
3—0 of 5

Syllable counts are shown in parentheses next to each word.

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The Anatomy of a Perfect Haiku

Haiku captures the essence of a single observation with maximum economy of language:

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the standard structure of a haiku poem?

A traditional Japanese-origin haiku consists of three unrhymed lines with a strict 5-7-5 syllable structure: Line 1 has 5 syllables, Line 2 has 7 syllables, and Line 3 has 5 syllables (totaling 17 syllables).

Do haiku poems need to rhyme?

No. Traditional haiku poems do not rhyme. The beauty of a haiku lies in its brevity, imagery, sensory focus on nature or a single fleeting moment, and its rhythmic syllable discipline.

What is a "kigo" in haiku?

In classic Japanese haiku, a "kigo" is a season word (such as "cherry blossom", "snowfall", or "cicada") that anchors the poem in a specific time of year.

How does the Haiku Checker count syllables?

Our tool computes syllables for each individual word using English vowel phonetics, diphthong patterns, and morphological suffix rules, providing a real-time line-by-line verification table.

Is my poetry private?

Yes, 100%. All processing occurs strictly on your local browser. No poems are ever sent across the network or stored on our servers.