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What CEFR level is “lesbian”?
Estimated level
B1
intermediate
“lesbian” is roughly the #1147 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated B1 level.
Meaning
adjective. (of a woman) Homosexual, gay; preferring mostly or exclusively women as romantic or sexual partners.
Example: She is lesbian.
Similar words: dyke, gay, homosexual.
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. “lesbian” sits in the B1 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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