CEFR levels: from A1 to C2
The CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages), developed by the Council of Europe, describes language proficiency on six levels from A1 to C2. Frigya groups words by these levels, and you choose which ones to study.
- A1
Beginner
What to expect
You understand and use very basic everyday expressions: introducing yourself, numbers, simple objects.
In Frigya
Start here if you are new to the language.
- A2
Elementary
What to expect
You form simple sentences on familiar topics: shopping, your surroundings, routines.
In Frigya
Move here when you already know most A1 words on the first try.
- B1
Intermediate
What to expect
You understand the main points and can explain yourself on familiar topics like work, school and travel.
In Frigya
Move up once the basics are settled.
- B2
Upper intermediate
What to expect
You understand the main ideas of complex texts and can speak fluently and naturally.
In Frigya
Move here if you are aiming for a more fluent vocabulary.
- C1
Advanced
What to expect
You understand long, demanding texts and express ideas flexibly and in detail.
In Frigya
A long-term goal; a small daily goal makes sense.
- C2
Mastery
What to expect
You understand virtually everything you hear or read and can tell fine shades of meaning apart.
In Frigya
The top level, and a long-term goal for most learners.
An important note: the CEFR does not give word counts. The "X words for B1" figures you see online are estimates and differ from source to source; we do not claim exact numbers either.
Choosing a level
If you are unsure, start one level lower. In Discover, words you get right on the first try are marked as already known, so choosing a level that is a bit low does not waste time; it moves you quickly to the right place.
You can select several levels at once. To find yours, try the method in How to find your CEFR level at home: a self-check guide. For a practical look at two levels, see A1 vocabulary guide: what to know and where to start as a beginner and B2 vocabulary guide: moving from being understood to sounding fluent.