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What CEFR level is “among”?

Estimated level

A2

elementary

among” is roughly the #962 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated A2 level.

Meaning

preposition. Denotes a mingling or intermixing with distinct or separable objects. (See Usage Note at amidst.).

Example: How can you speak with authority about their customs when you have never lived among them?

Similar words: amid, amidst, amongst.

How the level is decided

The level is an estimate based on word frequency: the more common a word is in everyday English, the lower its CEFR level. “among” sits in the A2 band. It is a quick guide for choosing what to study, not an official CEFR rating. Check any other word or a whole list with the word level checker.

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