Easy language

Routledge eBooks 2026 Book chapter

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Authors: Lynne Bowker
DOI: 10.4324/9781003456254-9
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Abstract

This chapter introduces easy language, which is even more simplified than plain language and is primarily used to address readers who have a communication impairment. The chapter explains both the benefits and challenges of easy language. It compares plain language and easy language, describing the similarities and differences between them. The chapter covers features of easy language, tools for easy language, evaluating easy language, and easy language in other languages.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Text Readability and Simplification Digital Accessibility for Disabilities Assistive Technology in Communication and Mobility

Publication details

Journal / source
Routledge eBooks
Pages
137–151
Publication date
6 February 2026
Language
EN
Document type
Book chapter