Passive Voice Detector Tool Overview
Use our Passive Voice Detector to pinpoint sentences with passive constructions. Perfect for writers, students, and anyone who wants clear, direct language without the fluff. For a closer look at sentence patterns, explore our Sentence Length Analyzer.
Type or paste your text below, then hit "Detect Passive Voice" to review it. Any sentences in passive voice will be highlighted, making revisions simple. Want a readability check? Try our Readability Calculator.
Passive Voice Detector
Sentence Analysis:
No passive voice detected.
Understanding Passive Voice
What is Passive Voice?
In passive voice, the action happens to the subject, rather than the subject performing the action. For instance, "The ball was thrown by John" is passive, but "John threw the ball" is active.
Why Limit Passive Voice?
Passive voice can make writing sound distant or less engaging. By switching to active voice, your sentences become clearer and easier to read. Check out our Word & Character Counter for extra editing help.
Turning Passive into Active
To convert passive voice to active, make the subject perform the action. Instead of "The book was read by Sarah," try "Sarah read the book." It’s a small change that makes a big impact.
Hints for Spotting Passive Voice
Look for "to be" verbs (like "is," "was," "were") followed by a past participle ("thrown," "read"). These clues often signal passive voice, indicating that the subject isn’t driving the action.