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Readability Score

Analyze text readability with Flesch Reading Ease, Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level, and Gunning Fog Index scores.

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Paste text on the left to see readability scores.

How to Use Readability Score

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Paste your text

Type or paste the text you want to analyze into the input area.

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Read the scores

The Flesch Reading Ease, Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level, and Gunning Fog Index are calculated instantly.

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Adjust your writing

Aim for shorter sentences and simpler words to improve readability scores.

What is the Readability Score Tool?

Analyze your writing with proven readability formulas including Flesch Reading Ease, Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level, and Gunning Fog Index. This tool helps you write content that matches your audience's reading level.

  • Flesch Reading Ease score with difficulty rating
  • Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level for US school grade targeting
  • Gunning Fog Index for complexity analysis
  • Word, sentence, and syllable counts
  • Average words per sentence and syllables per word
  • Instant feedback as you type or paste text

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Flesch Reading Ease score?
A score from 0 to 100. Higher is easier to read. Scores above 60 are considered easy for most adults. Scores below 30 are very difficult, suitable for academic or technical content.
What does the Flesch-Kincaid Grade Level mean?
It estimates the US school grade level needed to understand the text. A score of 8 means an 8th-grade student (around 13-14 years old) can understand it.
What is the Gunning Fog Index?
It estimates the years of formal education needed to understand the text on first reading. A score of 12 corresponds to a US high school senior. Scores above 17 are considered college graduate level.

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