fillerRate · Decimal from 0 to 1
Filler-word rate
The detected filler count divided by the transcript word count. It normalizes the raw count for take length.
How to use this signal
Use rate when two otherwise comparable takes have different word counts, then inspect the actual transcript locations before coaching them.
Four comparison checks
- Confirm both transcripts are complete.
- Compare similar speaking tasks.
- Review count and rate together.
- Do not chase a universal zero target.
Local fallback contract
The local baseline computes fillerWords divided by at least one transcript word and rounds the decimal to three places.
Frequently asked questions
What does filler-word rate mean in TalkMaestro?
The detected filler count divided by the transcript word count. It normalizes the raw count for take length.
Does filler-word rate prove real-world performance?
No. The rate inherits transcript and pattern-detection limits and is not a clinical, linguistic or universal quality threshold.