Paste your writing to see how easy it is to read, with a Flesch Reading Ease score, grade level and the sentences worth shortening.
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Flesch Reading Ease scores
| Score | Difficulty | Typical reader |
|---|---|---|
| 90–100 | Very easy | 11-year-olds |
| 80–89 | Easy | 12-year-olds |
| 70–79 | Fairly easy | 13-year-olds |
| 60–69 | Plain English | 13 to 15-year-olds |
| 50–59 | Fairly difficult | 15 to 18-year-olds |
| 30–49 | Difficult | University students |
| 0–29 | Very difficult | Graduates |
The formulas
- Flesch Reading Ease = 206.835 − 1.015 × (words ÷ sentences) − 84.6 × (syllables ÷ words)
- Flesch-Kincaid grade = 0.39 × (words ÷ sentences) + 11.8 × (syllables ÷ words) − 15.59
- Gunning Fog = 0.4 × (words per sentence + 100 × share of words with 3+ syllables)
How to make text easier to read
- Keep sentences under about 20–25 words.
- Use short, common words (“use” not “utilise”).
- Write in the active voice.
- Put one idea in each sentence and use lists for steps.
Frequently asked questions
What is a good readability score?
For most web pages, aim for a Flesch Reading Ease of 60 or more.
What does the Flesch-Kincaid grade mean?
The US school grade needed to understand the text. Grade 8 is about age 13–14.
Why does my score differ from other tools?
Tools count syllables and sentences in slightly different ways.
Is my text stored?
No, it’s analysed in your browser.
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