CEFR word level
What CEFR level is “debate”?
Estimated level
B2
upper-intermediate
“debate” is roughly the #3258 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated B2 level.
Meaning
noun. An argument, or discussion, usually in an ordered or formal setting, often with more than two people, generally ending with a vote or other decision.
Example: After a four-hour debate, the committee voted to table the motion.
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. “debate” sits in the B2 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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