English levels

What's my English level?

Our lessons use the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference), the scale that schools, exams and employers around the world use to describe language level. It goes from A1 (beginner) to C2 (proficient).

1-minute self-check

Tick every sentence that is true for you. Be honest, this isn't a test!

Tick the sentences above to see your level.

The six levels at a glance

A1

Beginner

Understand and use everyday phrases and very simple sentences.

A1 lessons
A2

Elementary

Talk about yourself, your family, shopping and your job in simple words.

A2 lessons
B1

Intermediate

Follow the main points of clear speech about familiar topics and tell a story.

B1 lessons
B2

Upper intermediate

Understand most TV and videos, and talk with native speakers without much effort.

B2 lessons
C1

Advanced

Understand long, difficult texts and express ideas fluently and precisely.

C1 lessons
C2

Proficient

Understand almost everything you hear or read, with fine shades of meaning.

C2 lessons