CEFR word level
What CEFR level is “sharp”?
Estimated level
B2
upper-intermediate
“sharp” is roughly the #3065 most common English word, which puts it at an estimated B2 level.
Meaning
noun. The symbol ♯, placed after the name of a note in the key signature or before a note on the staff to indicate that the note is to be played a semitone higher.
Example: The pitch pipe sounded out a perfect F♯ (F sharp).
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. “sharp” 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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