The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is an internationally recognized system used to measure and compare language proficiency. It divides language skills into six levels, from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient). The CEFR is widely used by educational institutions, employers, and language assessment organizations around the world as a standard for language proficiency.

The CEFR Levels

• A1 (Beginner): Basic knowledge of the language, able to introduce oneself and interact in simple ways.
• A2 (Elementary): Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions related to immediate areas of relevance.
• B1 (Intermediate): Can produce simple connected text on familiar topics and handle most situations likely to arise whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken.
• B2 (Upper Intermediate): Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects related to their interests.
• C1 (Advanced): Can produce clear, well-structured, detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of organizational patterns, connectors, and cohesive devices.
• C2 (Proficient): Can produce clear, smoothly flowing text in complex situations and express themselves spontaneously and precisely.