Romeo and Juliet

Romeo and Juliet, adapted to about A2

William Shakespeare (1564-1616)

Approximate level
A2
Language
English

The same story in simpler words and shorter sentences. Lingo7 makes it with AI from this public domain text, page by page as you read, so details can differ from the original.

About the original book

This play tells the story of two young lovers from feuding families in Verona. Written by William Shakespeare in the late sixteenth century, the text is a significant challenge for learners. It uses early modern English, which includes archaic vocabulary and complex poetic structures. The dialogue often relies on wordplay and metaphors that require careful attention. Because it is a play, the sentences vary between short, punchy exchanges and longer, formal speeches. It explores themes of conflict, fate, and intense emotion.

Text from Project Gutenberg, public domain.