What Makes Writing Sound Human
AI-generated text often feels "too smooth" because it's statistically predictable. Human writing has texture, imperfection, and personality. Here's what to watch for to keep your writing sounding genuinely you.
Quick Reference: Patterns That Feel Robotic
| Pattern | Why It Sounds Off | How to Fix |
|---|---|---|
| Uniform sentence length | Feels mechanical | Mix 5-word and 25-word sentences |
| Same sentence starters | "This..." "It's..." "The..." | Vary openers deliberately |
| Summary sentences | "This ensures that..." | End on specifics, not recaps |
| Triplet structures | "X, Y, and Z" repeatedly | Use 2 or 4 items sometimes |
| Smooth transitions | "Moreover," "Furthermore," | Just start the new thought |
| "It's not X, it's Y" | Overused formula | State Y directly |
| Consistent voice | All active or all passive | Mix throughout |
| One tense throughout | All present or all past | Shift naturally with examples |