| He/she is able to understand the main points of a clearly spoken conversation in standard language on subjects that he/she is familiar with, such as work, studies and free time. He/she can manage in most of the situations that arise when travelling (in an area where the language is spoken). He/she can express him/herself in simple terms but coherently in subjects familiar or of personal interest to him/her. He/she can describe experiences and facts, wishes, ambitions as well as justify or explain briefly the reasons for his/her opinions or intentions. |
He/she is able to get the gist of the main ideas in complex texts on specific or abstract subjects and in technical conversations provided they are within his/her speciality. He/she can communicate with sufficient fluency and spontaneity with native speakers without a great effort on either part. He/she can express him/herself clearly and in detail on a wide variety of subjects and give his/her opinion on a specific current issue, pointing out the advantages and disadvantages of the various options. |