Writing
Readability Score Calculator
Estimate the Flesch Reading Ease score for your content based on sentence count and word length.
Flesch Reading Ease
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How It Works
Flesch Reading Ease = 206.835 β 1.015 Γ (words/sentences) β 84.6 Γ (avg syllables/word). Score 90β100: very easy. 60β70: standard. 30β50: difficult. Below 30: very academic.
Example
500 words, 25 sentences, 1.6 avg syllables β score β 64 (standard reading level, like a news article).
Frequently Asked Questions
What Flesch score should I target?
Blog posts and general content: 60β70. News articles: 50β60. Academic writing: 30β50. Marketing copy: 70β80 for maximum accessibility.
How do I improve readability?
Use shorter sentences (15β20 words average), choose shorter simpler words, use active voice, break up paragraphs, and avoid jargon.
What reading level is a Flesch score of 60?
A score of 60β70 corresponds to approximately an 8thβ9th grade reading level, appropriate for most general audiences.