Writing & Language Tools

Free online writing and language tools. Count words, check readability, test typing speed, generate citations, and more.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good readability score?

Flesch Reading Ease: 60-70 is standard English. 30-50 is college-level. Above 80 is easy for children. Most websites aim for 60-80.

What is average reading speed?

Average adult reads 200-300 WPM (words per minute). 300-400 is above average. Speed readers reach 600-700 WPM.

What is the average vocabulary size?

Native English speakers: 20,000-35,000 words. 5-year-old: 5,000. High school graduate: 15,000. College graduate: 25,000+.