Short, simple sentences boost comprehension
Why write short, simple sentences? |
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Why use short sentences in writing? Because long ones reduce comprehension Why short sentences? Sentence length is one of the Top 2 predictors of readability. |
What’s the ideal sentence length? |
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How long should a sentence be? Short sentences are easier to understand than long sentences Add a word, reduce comprehension: Shorter sentences are easier to understand than long, complex sentences. But how short? |
How to write a short sentence |
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6 ways to streamline sentences Conjunction junction: One way to streamline sentences is to rethink the way you handle conjunctions. |
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Build drama, create rhythm and more The short and the long of it: Add rhythm and grace to your message by varying sentence length and structure. |
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Resources on optimal sentence length Websites, books and tools Learn more about how and why to shorten sentences. |
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Quotes on good sentence length What writers and others say “We’d all do well to use more periods.” — William Zinsser, author of On Writing Well |
How to write simple sentences |
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Think subject-verb-object for most of your sentences Write sentences to be read: To make your copy easier to read and understand, simplify sentences. |
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Quotes on how to write a simple sentence What writers and others say “Remember, English is a left-leaning language.” — Joe Marren, journalism professor at Buffalo State College |