CEF Levels

CEF (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) Levels are a standardized way to describe language proficiency. They range from A1 (beginner) to C2 (mastery), indicating how well someone can understand, speak, read, and write a language. For example, A1 means basic survival skills, while C2 reflects near-native fluency. These levels help learners, educators, and employers understand and compare language abilities consistently across countries and contexts. Think of CEF Levels as a universal language proficiency scale that defines what skills you possess at each stage of learning a language.