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CEFR word level
What CEFR level is “files”?
Estimated level
A2
elementary
“files” is roughly the #622 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated A2 level.
Meaning
noun. An aggregation of data on a storage device, identified by a name.
Example: I'm going to delete these unwanted files to free up some disk space.
Similar words: document, paper.
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. “files” 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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