Count the number of words found in the string "Hello World!":
The str_word_count() function counts the number of words in a string.
| Parameter | Description |
|---|---|
| string | Required. Specifies the string to check |
| return | Optional. Specifies the return value of the
str_word_count() function. Possible values:
|
| char | Optional. Specifies special characters to be considered as words. |
| Return Value: | Returns a number or an array, depending on the chosen return parameter |
|---|---|
| PHP Version: | 4+ |
| Changelog: | The char parameter was added in PHP 5.1 |
Return an array with the words from the string:
Return an array where the key is the position of the word in the string, and value is the actual word:
Without and with the char parameter:
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