Readability Score Checker

Your text The quick brown fox jumps over the lazy dog. This simple sentence uses common words and short structures, which makes it easy for almost everyone to read and understand quickly.

Frequently asked questions

What is Flesch Reading Ease?

A 0-100 score based on sentence length and syllables per word. Higher is easier: 60-70 is plain English.

What grade level does my text need?

General audiences: grade 8 or lower. Professional or technical content: grade 10-12 is common.

How do I improve my score?

Shorten sentences and prefer shorter words. Two changes move the score more than any other edit.

Is syllable counting perfect?

The heuristic handles most English words correctly, but unusual spellings can be off by one.