fillerWords · Non-negative integer
Filler-word count
The number of detected filler-pattern matches in the transcript used for the readout.
How to use this signal
Locate repeated clusters and the thought transitions beneath them; replace only the most distracting pattern with a pause or explicit connector.
Four comparison checks
- Compare complete takes of similar length.
- Review the transcript for recognition errors.
- Separate occasional conversational fillers from repeated clusters.
- Check whether listener understanding improves after the redo.
Local fallback contract
The local baseline counts: um, uh, like, you know, basically, actually, literally, sort of and kind of, including stretched um/uh forms.
Frequently asked questions
What does filler-word count mean in TalkMaestro?
The number of detected filler-pattern matches in the transcript used for the readout.
Does filler-word count prove real-world performance?
No. A count does not diagnose fluency, anxiety, a speech condition or communication quality. Speech recognition can omit or mis-transcribe words.