Question 1

How do I check if my email sounds passive-aggressive?

Accepted Answer

Paste your email into our free tone checker. It analyzes the emotional tone and gives you a percentage breakdown (e.g. 60% professional, 25% passive-aggressive). It also flags specific phrases like 'as per my last email' and suggests friendlier alternatives.

Question 2

What does the tone checker analyze?

Accepted Answer

It checks how your message comes across to the recipient — not grammar or spelling, but emotional tone. It detects tones like professional, friendly, passive-aggressive, demanding, apologetic, confident, and more. It also flags specific phrases that might land badly.

Question 3

Can I use the tone checker for complaint emails?

Accepted Answer

Yes — select 'Complaint' context and paste your email. The tool will check if your complaint is firm but respectful, or if certain phrases might come across as aggressive or rude, which could hurt your chances of getting a good response.

Question 4

Is the email tone checker free?

Accepted Answer

Yes — 3 free checks per day without an account, 10 per day with a free account, and unlimited for paid users. No credit card required.

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