The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is a way of describing language ability and is often used to help language learners choose learning materials and courses at the right level. The CEFR has six levels, from A1 for beginners, up to C2 for users who are proficient in the language. A1-A2 (Beginner-Elementary): Can understand and use familiar everyday expressions and basic phrases. Can introduce themselves and ask/answer simple questions. B1 (Intermediate): At intermedia

The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) levels can be roughly correlated with the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) levels. The JLPT N5 is roughly equivalent to CEFR A1, N4 to A2, N3 to B1, N2 to B2, and N1 to C1. | Archee Sensei in Japan

How Long Does It Take to Learn European Languages? 🇪🇺🧠 Learning time varies based on difficulty & similarity to English. Here’s a quick guide: 🟢 Easiest (600–750 hours / ~6–9 months): Languages close to English Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Dutch, Norwegian, Swedish 🟡 Medium (900–1100 hours / ~1–1.5 years): Different grammar & structure German, Greek, Icelandic, Albanian, Romanian 🔴 Hardest (1500 hours / 1.5–3 years): Different alphabet, grammar, pronunciation Polish, Czech, Hungar

🎉🗣️ Happy European Day of Languages! The EU has promoted language learning across Europe for a long time because it: 🔸 Creates personal and professional opportunities 🔸 Fosters cultural awareness 🔸 Helps businesses to succeed and grow in global markets And you? What are your reasons for learning a new language? | European Parliament

Today on the 25th anniversary of European Day of Languages, join us in celebrating the power of language and language education! From A1 to C2, the CEFR (Common European Framework of Reference for Languages) helps us all to measure our languages skills and achievements! https://www.coe.int/en/web/common-european-framework-reference-languages/home | Council of Europe