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CEFR Word Levels: What Level Is an English Word?

Wondering whether a word is A1, B2, or C1? Below are common English words with their estimated CEFR level, meaning, and an example. Levels are estimated from how frequently each word is used. To check a word or a whole list yourself, use the free word level checker.

A1 beginner (25 words)

A2 elementary (86 words)

+26 more A2 words — check any word with the word level checker.

B1 intermediate (116 words)

+56 more B1 words — check any word with the word level checker.

B2 upper-intermediate (300 words)

+240 more B2 words — check any word with the word level checker.

C1 advanced (300 words)

+240 more C1 words — check any word with the word level checker.

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