readability
[/ˌriːdəˈbɪləti/]
nounfemininepl: readabilities
legibilidade
1. The quality of being easy to read or understand
The readability of this document is poor due to small font size.
A legibilidade deste documento é ruim devido ao tamanho pequeno da fonte.
2. In typography and design, the clarity of text in terms of visual perception
Good readability requires adequate contrast between text and background.
A boa legibilidade requer contraste adequado entre o texto e o fundo.
3. In writing and content, the ease with which text can be understood by the intended audience
The author improved the readability by using shorter sentences and simpler vocabulary.
O autor melhorou a legibilidade usando frases mais curtas e vocabulário mais simples.
4. In computing, a metric that measures how easy code is to read and understand
Code readability is important for software maintenance and collaboration.
A legibilidade do código é importante para manutenção de software e colaboração.
In both Brazil and the United States, 'readability' is a key concept in web design, UX/UI, and content marketing. Brazilian and American companies increasingly use readability metrics and tools to measure text quality. The term is particularly emphasized in digital communication and accessibility standards (WCAG), reflecting contemporary concerns about inclusive design.
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