How many English words to you actually know?

1 · Boston Conman · June 13, 2026, 1:42 a.m.
Summary
This blog post discusses a vocabulary quiz called VocabOwl, which claims to estimate the size of your English vocabulary based on the definitions you know. The author shares personal results from taking the quiz, revealing an estimated vocabulary of 76,000 words after missing 6 definitions. Overall, it's a reflection on vocabulary knowledge rather than a technical thought or insight relevant to developers.