I can barely understand or say a few words if any
I can interact with people somewhat if they talk slowly and clearly and use simple language and provide help
I can understand and express myself using basic terminology and frequently used expressions in everyday situations Talking about professional personal or family matters when shopping in public transport at the doctor etc
I can understand the main points of standard conversations on familiar matters in everyday life at work shops restaurants etc I can talk about my plans and dreams even write and read without having to look up most words
I can understand the main ideas of complex texts concrete and abstract topics I can write detailed texts on a wide range of subjects I can communicate with some fluency and spontaneity and can even argue with someone
I can attend meetings or classes at university discuss with clients and converse with anyone without hesitating too much I can also write structured texts reports emails etc with little or no help I am at ease with the language
I can do everything that someone at C1 can do but better I do not hesitate anymore and rarely need help writing My slight accent betrays I am not a native speaker I even joke