▤ TEXT TOOLS Updated July 25, 2026

Readability Score Checker

Find out whether your writing is actually easy to read.

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How it works

Both formulas combine average sentence length with average syllables per word; shorter sentences and simpler words raise the reading-ease score and lower the grade level.

Frequently asked questions

What score should I aim for?

Aim for 60-70 for general web copy — roughly an eighth-grade reading level.

How do I improve the score?

Split long sentences and swap multi-syllable words for shorter ones; those two changes move the score most.

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