CEFR is the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. It describes what you can do in a language across six levels, from beginner to advanced. Plumera uses these levels so you can pick material that matches where you are.
The six levels
| Level | In brief |
|---|---|
| A1 | You can handle simple, familiar phrases and basic everyday needs. |
| A2 | You can manage short exchanges on routine topics and describe simple situations. |
| B1 | You can deal with most travel and daily situations and explain opinions in a simple way. |
| B2 | You can follow complex texts and interact with some fluency on a wide range of subjects. |
| C1 | You can use the language flexibly for social, academic, and professional life. |
| C2 | You can understand almost everything and express yourself with precision. |
A and B are often called basic and independent user levels. C is proficient. Progress is gradual. A label is a guide, not a test score.
How Plumera uses CEFR
On Verb of the Week pages, each article targets one CEFR level. An A1 page focuses on the core meanings and constructions you are likely to meet early. A higher-level page on the same verb can go into rarer senses, idioms, and finer register notes.
You can stay at the level that fits you now and come back later for the same verb at a higher level.
What CEFR is not
CEFR does not grade how many words you know. It describes communicative ability: what you can understand and do. Two learners at B1 can know different vocabulary and still share a similar range of tasks.
Official exams and school programs may map courses to CEFR levels. Plumera’s labels are for choosing learning content, not for issuing certificates.
A practical way to choose a level
- Start with A1 if you are new to the language or still building the basics.
- Choose A2 when short everyday exchanges feel manageable.
- Move to B1 when you can get through most ordinary situations without constantly switching language.
- Use B2 and above when you want depth: nuance, idioms, and more demanding texts.
If a page feels too hard, drop a level. If it feels too easy, try the next one up.