CEFR word level
What CEFR level is “mountains”?
Estimated level
C1
advanced
“mountains” is roughly the #4355 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated C1 level.
Meaning
noun. An elevation of land of considerable dimensions rising more or less abruptly, forming a conspicuous figure in the landscape, usually having a small extent of surface at its summit.
Example: We spent the weekend hiking in the mountains.
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. “mountains” sits in the C1 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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