Can
understand and use familiar everyday expressions and very simple sentences,
such as introducing themselves and asking and answering basic questions.
Can
understand frequently used expressions relating to personal information,
shopping and work. Can communicate in simple, routine situations.
Can
understand the main points of clear, standard speech. Can discuss familiar
topics such as work, education and leisure, and manage most situations while
travelling.
Can understand complex texts on concrete and abstract topics. Can communicate spontaneously and fluently, making regular conversations with native speakers possible without significant effort.
Can understand complex content, including some implied meanings, and express ideas clearly and fluently on abstract topics. Can present detailed arguments but still makes occasional errors and has not yet reached the precision of C1.
Can understand a wide range of demanding, longer texts. Can express ideas spontaneously and fluently, using language flexibly and effectively in social and professional situations.
Can understand virtually everything heard or read with ease. Can summarise information from different sources and express ideas spontaneously, fluently and with a high degree of precision.