Beginner

The Common European Framework of Reference (CEFR), a list of various language proficiency levels created by the Council of Europe, classifies beginner English as level A1. This level is commonly referred to as “beginning,” and the CEFR uses that term as its official level descriptor. In real life, it is feasible to speak English at a level below A1. Pre-A1 students are those who are just starting their English studies or who have no prior knowledge of the language.

What are your options if you have an English A1 level?

For incredibly basic interactions, such as those you may have as a visitor in an English-speaking nation, an A1 level of English would be sufficient. For other academic or professional uses, an A1 level would not be sufficient.

The official CEFR rules state that someone with an English language proficiency of A1:

possess the ability to comprehend and employ simple sentences and words that are intended to satiate concrete demands.

able to ask and respond to queries concerning personal information such as where she lives, the people she knows, and the objects she owns.

can communicate with others in a straightforward manner so long as they speak clearly and slowly and are willing to assist.

Details of A1 level English proficiency

For instructional purposes, the official can-do statements are divided into smaller sections. You can evaluate your own English proficiency using this more thorough skill breakdown, or a teacher can use it to evaluate a student’s proficiency.

For instance, an English learner at the A1 level will be able to:

• He makes a brief introduction and extends simple greetings.
• Give a brief explanation of his city and the places he and the others are from.
• merely about your relatives and coworkers, explaining their characteristics.
• Ask simple questions about apparel to salespeople and engage in basic conversation regarding clothing.
• Make simple takeout orders and discuss favorite cuisines.
• discuss daily affairs and schedule appointments with friends and coworkers.
• describe the present weather and offer suggestions for activities based on the forecast.
• talk to a doctor about his health in broad words and discuss regular medical symptoms.
• Give directions to his house and describe its location.
• discuss his interests and hobbies and create arrangements for enjoyable activities with friends or coworkers.
• check in and out at a hotel, among other fundamental transactions.
• Talk about typical things, make simple purchases, and send back defective goods.
• Students can anticipate reaching the A1 level in English with 60 to 80 hours of teaching, though progress will vary depending on the type of course and the particular student.