Name: What is the CEFR?
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you may have heard of Common European Framework of Reference

and why does it matter for English language learners?

Different learners have different levels of language ability

but opinions about your English level can be subjective.

Your friends may think your English is good but an employer might think it

and you may be better at some skills than others, for example you may be able

We need a clear objective way to describe language skills that

The starting point A1 describes a very basic language level.

As a learner you can move up the levels until you reach Proficiency, C2 level.

writing, speaking and listening the CEFR will tell you where you are on the

journey from beginner A1 through to Proficiency C2.

There are many Cambridge English exams available for different ages and stages

all matched to CEFR levels from young learners

through to university and the workplace or simply for travel.

The CEFR was developed by the Council of Europe

with extensive support from University of Cambridge ESOL examinations.

People from all over the world use the CEFR to explain what level

It is used by learners, teachers, universities,

It's been published in more than 35 languages

and descriptions of individual languages have also been developed.

Cambridge is a partner in the English Profile program

which provides very useful descriptions of English grammar and vocabulary

Understanding your language level will help you to

whether it's going on holiday abroad, studying at school or university

or getting a job and that's why the CEFR levels