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nguages ​​are taught in accordance with the generally accepted standards CEFA, the European Common Framework of Reference for Languages, is a well-known international standard for describing the process of language proficiency.
What is the CEFR standard?
The CEFR is a method used to describe how well you can understand and speak a foreign language. Several approaches have similar goals including the American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages ​​Framework (ACTFL), the Canadian Language Standards (CLB), and the Interagency Language Round Table (ILR) scale. Note that the CEFR standard is not linked to specific language tests.
The CEFR standard is a European standard that has been specifically designed to apply to any European language, so it can be used to describe your English language skills, German language skills, or other language skills and defines the standard.
Where did the CEFR standard come from?
The CEFR standard was established by the European Council in the 1990s as part of a larger effort to promote cooperation between language teachers in various European countries. The Council of Europe also aimed to assist employers and educational institutions who needed to assess candidates' language proficiency. The framework is designed for use in both teaching and assessment.
Rather than being linked to a specific test, the CEFR is a set of language ability statements that describe the tasks you would be able to perform using the foreign language at a given proficiency level.
For example: one of the B1 language ability statements includes “the ability to come up with simple, coherent text on topics that are familiar or of personal interest.” A teacher of any foreign language can use this language ability reporting data to assess you or design lessons that address the gaps in your knowledge of the language.
Why is the CEFR standard important?
In Europe, the CEFR is increasingly becoming the standard way to describe the level of proficiency in a foreign language, especially in academic settings. If you have studied more than one language, as most Europeans do, the CEFR is a convenient standard way to include two or more foreign languages ​​on your resume.
Whether in schools or universities, CEFR has become the normative framework across Europe and can be used without reservation.
However, CEFR does not have the same level of understanding in corporate environments. So if you decide to use the CEFR standard on your CV for professional reasons, it is still a good idea to include a description of your language level, a standardized test score and examples where you have used your language skills (eg studying abroad, working abroad etc.).
How do I know my CEFR level?
The best way to find out your CEFR level is to take a well-designed standardized test. For the English language, the EF SET is the best choice because it is free online and is the first CEFR-compliant test. You need to set aside 50 minutes to complete the test and see your CEFR level.
To find out your CEFR level for other European languages, most common assessment tests are CEFR compliant. Depending on the required language, you will need to take a different test. Consult the official teaching body for the relevant language in Europe, for example: the French Cultural Association for the French language, the Cervantes Institute for the Spanish language, and the Goethe-Institut for the German language. It is not uncommon to use CEFR levels to describe your level in non-European languages.

Six levels of foreign language proficiency, and the levels correspond as follows:
A1 beginner level
A2 basic level
B1 Intermediate level
B2 is above average
C1 advanced level
C2 mastery level
A1) is the first level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR) Beginner level (1-30) EF SET
At this level you can understand, familiar everyday phrases, very basic phrases, slow detailed speech with long pauses, very short and simple texts with familiar names and words
• How to introduce oneself in simple language and use basic greeting phrases.
• Clarify from which country he is and the countries of others and provide a simple description of his city.
• Speak in a simple way about his family and colleagues, and describe their appearance and personalities.
• Talk about the clothes in a simple way and ask simple questions to the seller.
• Talking about his favorite foods and ordering takeaway meals.
• Talking about daily activities and arranging meetings with friends and colleagues.
• Describe the current weather conditions and suggest activities according to the weather forecast.
• Talk generally about health and describe common health symptoms to the doctor.
• Describe his home location and provide simple directions on directions.
• Talk about his hobbies and interests and make plans for fun activities with friends and colleagues.
• Completing simple transactions in hotels such as checking in and out of the hotel.
• Discuss common products, make minor purchases and return faulty products.
A2 is the second level according to the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR) Fundamentals of Language (31-40) EF SET
At this level you can understand:
Very basic personal language, language related to family and job, enough language to meet personal needs with clear, slow speech, short, simple texts on familiar topics
• Evaluate the level of performance of his colleagues in the workplace.
• List events that have occurred, such as weekly activities and interesting stories.
• Describe past events in his life, including details of important stages in his life.
• Entertaining a person in his home or visiting a friend or colleague in their homes.
• Discuss his plans for the vacation and tell friends and colleagues about his vacation afterwards.
• Talk about the natural world and travel to see animals and natural areas in his country.
• Talking about the movies he likes and choosing a movie to watch with friends.
• Talk about clothes and the type of clothes he wears.
• Participate in simple conversations at work, including attending meetings on familiar topics.
• Describe an accident or injury, obtain medical help from a doctor, and fill out a prescription for medication.
• Participating in a social event within the work, welcoming guests and attending networking and relationship building meetings.
• Understand and submit simple business proposals in his field of competence.
• Talk about and explain the rules of the games.
B1 is level 3 under the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR).
(41-50) EF SET
At this level you can understand:
Key points about familiar topics such as school, work or travel General and specific details when the person speaks clearly factual texts on interesting topics
• Discussing his hopes and dreams for the future, whether personal or professional.
• Arranging for a job interview and conducting a job interview in his field of specialization.
• Talking about his habits of watching television and his favorite programmes.
• Describe his educational level and future training plans.
• Talk about his favorite music and what's new in the world of music and plan an evening out with live music.
• Talk about maintaining a healthy lifestyle and give advice about healthy habits.
• Talking about relationships and dating, including meeting people on social media.
• Going to a restaurant or ordering food, engaging in polite conversation at the table and paying for food.
• Participate in negotiations in his field of competence, provided he receives assistance in understanding some points.
• Discuss safety issues in the workplace, report injuries and explain rules and laws.
• Discuss polite behavior and respond appropriately to polite behaviour.

B2 is Common European Framework of Reference for Languages ​​(CEFR) level 4 (51-60) EF SET
At this level you can understand:
Key ideas in complex texts, standard spoken language at the moment or in live broadcasts, texts with a broad vocabulary and a greater degree of independence
• Participate in a meeting in his field of competence, when he gets help in understanding some points.
• Discussing issues related to gender equality related to the perspective of rudeness and social customs.
• Talking about personal finances and giving advice to friends and colleagues about finances.
• Talk about your personal and professional lifestyle, including a description of life at work.
• Clarify your educational level, experience, strengths and weaknesses, and discuss your career path.
• Talking about mental abilities and how they can be used to improve work effectiveness.
• Talk about what he likes to read and make suggestions about good books to read.
• Use appropriate language in social situations, including praise and expressions of sympathy.
• Discuss leadership characteristics and talk about leaders he values.
• Dealing with relatively complex situations that arise in social and at work contexts.
• Discuss common political positions and the behavior of politicians.
C1
(61-70) C1 is level 5 under the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
At this level you can understand:
Long speeches on complex topics easily Long texts that include language with an implicit meaning Details in complex texts even when not related to your area of ​​expertise

• Discuss issues related to success in detail, including building a successful and motivated team.

• Talk in some detail about his favorite paintings and architecture of buildings that impress him.

• Discussing social problems, potential solutions to problems, and the role that companies can play.

• Participate in discussions about dialogue, sustainability and the protection of natural environments.
• Talking about events and problems covered in newspapers and how they affect people and companies.
• Talking about risks in life, including changing jobs and playing dangerous sports.
• Compare different forms of education and independent schools.
• Discuss different genres of humor and comedy, including more advanced genres such as sarcasm.
• Understand the different types of dialogues, including direct and indirect, formal and informal.
• Discussing issues related to quality of life, including balance at work and at home.
• Understand and discuss ethical issues such as civil disobedience.

C2 is the sixth and final level under the Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR)
At this level you can understand:
Ease almost everything you hear or read, you can understand everything spoken by a native English person, morphologically complex texts that include abstract ideas and literary writings
• Discuss issues related to science and technology, including robotics and new innovations.
• Talk about celebrities, celebrity activists and gossip about celebrities.
• Use a variety of techniques to improve creativity in speaking and writing.
• Discuss financial planning and give and understand advice about personal finances.
• Talk about stress in life and the lives of friends and colleagues.
• Discuss techniques for conducting research on a wide range of topics.