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Simple Word Checker

Check whether a word is on the list of words most fourth graders know.

  • Clear, kid-friendly steps
  • Private in your browser
  • No signup

One word

What word should we check?

Answer

approximately

A word to teach

“approximately” is not on this list. That does not make it a bad word. It may just need an example.

Simple words to try

aboutnearly

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Three simple steps

How to use it

  1. Type one word.
  2. See if it is a familiar word for many young readers.
  3. Try the suggested simple words when you need a swap.

Private by default

Your words and choices stay in this browser tab. There are no accounts, uploads, ads, or trackers inside the tool. Close the tab and the working data is gone.