Glossary · Exam & scoring
What is the CEFR?
The CEFR is an international scale of English ability, from A1 (beginner) to C2 (mastery), used to compare levels across exams.
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) describes language ability in six levels: A1 and A2 (basic), B1 and B2 (independent), and C1 and C2 (proficient). It lets you compare levels across different tests and courses on one common scale.
Cambridge exams map directly to it — B2 First, C1 Advanced, C2 Proficiency — and IELTS and TOEFL scores can be related to it too, which is why universities and employers often state requirements as a CEFR level.
How markers see it
Cambridge writing is assessed at a target CEFR level; Coach Pen marks your writing against the level you're aiming for.
See cefr on your own writing.
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