English Listening Test
CEFR English Level Test
CEFR · A1–C2
About the English Listening Test
This test checks how well you understand spoken English, from short announcements and messages to interviews and talks. It adapts to you: after each recording, the next one is chosen to stay close to your level.
You listen to six recordings and answer the questions for each one. You see the questions before the recording plays, and you can play each recording twice. The recordings use several English accents, including British, American and Australian.
When you finish, you can unlock your CEFR listening level, a report on your strengths and the areas to work on, and a certificate that others can verify online.
- Understanding the main idea
- Catching specific details
- Understanding what is implied
- Words and phrases in context
- A speaker's purpose and attitude
What you get
Listening test FAQ
How is my level calculated?
The test is adaptive. After each answer it updates an estimate of your listening level and chooses the next recording near that level. Your final estimate is placed on the CEFR scale from A1 to C2.
How many times can I play a recording?
Each recording can be played twice. Reloading the page does not reset the count, so use headphones and listen carefully.
Can I read the recordings?
No. The test measures listening, so the words of the recordings are not shown during the test.
How is this different from the English Level Test?
The English Level Test gives one overall English level. The listening test focuses on listening only and gives a level and report for that skill.