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1. What’s the CEFR?

The CEFR is an internationally recognised framework for benchmarking language proficiency. It identifies six levels of competence, from A1 (absolute beginner) to C2 (mastery similar to that of an educated native speaker):

Basic User

Independent User

Proficient User

A1

A2

B1

B2

C1

C2

 

The CEFR uses “can do” statements to describe proficiency, e.g. “I can enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar” (for B1 level in Spoken Interaction).