CEF Intermediate Plus

Level B1+

I can understand straightforward information about everyday, study- or work-related topics, identifying both general messages and specific details, provided people speak clearly in a familiar accent.
I can follow clear speech directed at me in everyday conversation, in an accent that is familiar to me.
I can generally follow the main points of extended discussion around me, if people talk clearly.
I can follow a lecture or talk within my own field, if the subject matter is familiar and the presentation clearly structured.
I can follow TV programmes on topics of personal interest when people speak clearly.
I can understand information in announcements and other recorded, factual texts, if they are delivered in clear standard speech.

I can understand the main points in straightforward texts on subjects of personal or professional interest.
I can look quickly through simple, factual texts in magazines, brochures or on a website, and identify information that might be of practical use to me.
I can identify the main conclusions in texts which clearly argue a point of view.
I can understand clear instructions, for example for a game, for the use of medicines or for installing computer software.
I can read simplified versions of novels, plus stories with a clear structure, with little use of a dictionary.
I can understand the main points in short, clear, formal letters relating to my personal and professional interests, provided I can use a dictionary.

I can start a conversation on topics that are familiar or of personal interest and can help to keep it going by expressing and responding to suggestions, opinions, attitudes, advice, feelings, etc.
I can express my opinions on abstract topics like films and music, describe my reactions to them and ask other people what they think.
I can compare and contrast alternatives, discuss what to do, where to go, etc.
I can give practical instructions on how to do something, for example cooking, buying a ticket from a machine or using software.
I can explain why something is a problem.
I can make an effective complaint, for example in a shop or hotel.
I can have long telephone conversations with people I know personally.
I can make routine telephone calls, e.g. to make or cancel an order, booking or appointment.

I can describe an incident or an accident, making the main points clear.
I can express my feelings about something that I have experienced, and explain why I felt that way.
I can develop an argument well enough to be followed without difficulty most of the time.
I can give a prepared presentation and answer clear questions.
I can summarise non-routine information on familiar subjects from various sources and present it to others.

I can write about a variety of familiar subjects well enough for others to follow my story or argument.
I can write a detailed description of an experience, dream or imaginary event, including my feelings and reactions.
I can write about familiar topics, comparing and contrasting different opinions.
I can write letters and emails describing my experiences and feelings.
I can write standard formal letters relating to my field, following a template.

I can join in a discussion on a familiar topic, using a suitable phrase to do so.
I can sum up what has been said in order to help the discussion to move forward.
When I can’t thing of a word, I can explain what I mean with another word (e.g. a big car for transport things = truck).
I can repeat what I said in a different way if people do not understand me.
I can often correct my mistakes when people help me to see I made a mistake.

I have a sufficient range of language to describe unusual and predictable situations and to express my thoughts on abstract or cultural as well as everyday topics (such as music, films).
I can explain the main points relating to an idea, problem, or argument with reasonable precision.
I can use connecting words to link sentences into a coherent sequence, though there may be some “jumps”.
I can communicate with reasonable accuracy in familiar contexts, though with noticeable influences from my mother tongue.
I can express myself relatively easily when talking freely and keep the conversation going effectively without help, despite occasional pauses to plan and correct what I am saying.
I can use uncomplicated language to interact in a wide range of situations in a neutral way.