Level A1
- You can introduce yourself.
- You can understand short and clear sentences with lots of repetition.
- You speak slowly and with mistakes.
- You can participate in our conversatietafels.
Dutch level tests
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Levels – Dutch speaking and listening skills
Level A2
- You can have short conversations.
- You can give basic information about yourself and your surroundings.
- You can understand clear sentences about familiar topics.
- You speak slowly.
Level B1
- You can give your opinion on a familiar topic.
- You can have a simple conversation.
- You can understand the basic ideas in a clear presentation.
- Your speech rate is pretty smooth.
- You can participate in oefenkans taalpraktijk.
Level B2
- You can understand the news on TV.
- You can explain a problem and can have a conversation in order to find a solution.
- You can articulate arguments in a multi-person discussion.
- Your speech rate is normal.
- You can start studying in higher education.
- You can start the training to become a public service interpreter.
Level C1
- You can understand a debate without a clear structure.
- You can understand a lecture on an unfamiliar subject.
- You can discuss complex topics.
- Your speech rate is normal.
- Dutch feels almost like a second mother tongue to you.
Levels – Dutch reading and writing skills
Level A1
- You can write single words and short sentences.
- You can fill in your details on simple forms.
- You can read easy, short sentences.
Level A2
- You can write short sentences using easy words.
- You can write a short message or card.
- You can read a short job vacancy or simple text.
Level B1
- You can write a simple cover letter or internship report.
- You can read a structured text on a familiar topic.
Level B2
- You can write a detailed report.
- You can articulate your opinion and give arguments and a conclusion.
- You can read complex articles on topics that are related to your own experiences.
- You can understand details in a contract or formal business letters.
- You can start studying in higher education.
- You can start the training to become a public service interpreter.
Level C1
- You can write well-structured texts on complex topics.
- You can take detailed notes during lectures and presentations.
- You can understand long and complex texts on specific topics (even if you are not familiar with the topic).
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