| Proficient User |
C 2
|
Can understand with ease virtually everything
heard or read. Can summarise information from different spoken
and written sources, reconstructing arguments and accounts in
a coherent presentation. Can express him/herself spontaneously,
very fluently and precisely, differentiating finer shades of
meaning even in more complex situations. |
|
C 1
|
Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer
texts, and recognise implicit meaning. Can express him/herself
fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for
expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social,
academic and professional purposes. Can produce clear, well-structured,
detailed text on complex subjects, showing controlled use of
organisational patterns, connectors and cohesive devices. |
| Independent User |
B 2
|
Can understand the main ideas of complex text
on both concrete and abstract topics, including technical discussions
in his/her field of specialisation. Can interact with a degree
of fluency and spontaneity that makes regular interaction with
native speakers quite possible without strain for either party.
Can produce clear, detailed text on a wide range of subjects
and explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages
and disadvantages of various options. |
|
B 1
|
Can understand the main points of clear standard
input on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school,
leisure, etc. Can deal with most situations likely to arise
whilst travelling in an area where the language is spoken. Can
produce simple connected text on topics which are familiar or
of personal interest. Can describe experiences and events, dreams,
hopes & ambitions and briefly give reasons and explanations
for opinions and plans. |
| Basic User |
A 2
|
Can understand sentences and frequently used expressions
related to areas of most immediate relevance (e.g. very basic
personal and family information, shopping, local geography,
employment). Can communicate in simple and routine tasks requiring
a simple and direct exchange of information on familiar and
routine matters. Can describe in simple terms aspects of his/her
background, immediate environment and matters in areas of immediate
need. |
|
A 1
|
Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions
and very basic phrases aimed at the satisfaction of needs of
a concrete type. Can introduce him/herself and others and can
ask and answer questions about personal details such as where
he/she lives, people he/she knows and things he/she has. Can
interact in a simple way provided the other person talks slowly
and clearly and is prepared to help. |
