CEFR LEVELS AND THEIR COMMUNICATIVE DESCRIPTORS
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.5281/Keywords:
CEFR, language proficiency, communicative competence, descriptors, language learning, assessmentAbstract
The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) is an internationally recognized system used to describe language proficiency. This article examines the six CEFR levels (A1–C2) and their communicative descriptors, focusing on learners’ ability to use language in real-life situations. The study outlines how each level reflects a gradual development of communicative competence, from basic interaction to advanced fluency. The paper also highlights the importance of CEFR in language teaching, assessment, and curriculum design.
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