CEFR word level
What CEFR level is “measures”?
Estimated level
B2
upper-intermediate
“measures” is roughly the #2014 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated B2 level.
Meaning
verb. To ascertain the quantity of a unit of material via calculated comparison with respect to a standard.
Example: We measured the temperature with a thermometer. You should measure the angle with a spirit level.
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. “measures” 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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