Shakespearean English Translator
Rewrite modern English in Shakespeare-style wording, using words such as thou, thee, art and wherefore.
Input: 0 characters, 0 words
Output: 0 characters
How to use it
- Type or paste modern English.
- The Shakespeare-style version appears below.
- Read it through and adjust a few lines by hand for the best effect.
Examples
| Input | Settings | Output |
|---|---|---|
Hello, you are my friend. | Default settings | Good morrow, thou art my friend. |
Why are you here? | Default settings | Wherefore art thou here? |
I gave it to you. | Default settings | I gave it to thee. |
Common uses
- Writing a playful message, invitation or toast in Shakespeare style
- Teaching students the difference between modern and Early Modern English
- Adding an old-fashioned tone to a fantasy story or a costume party card
Frequently asked questions
Is this Old English?
No. Old English (Anglo-Saxon) is a much older language. This tool produces Shakespearean English, which is Early Modern English, the language of the 1500s and 1600s.
Is the translation accurate?
It is a word-by-word substitution based on a short list of common words, so it is a style effect, not a full translation. Grammar and rhythm may need small fixes by hand.