Levels

Six steps, from first words to fluent.

Pick the group you’re in, then the step that fits you best. Each lesson is written for that step: the topic stays the same, and only the language gets simpler or richer.

Otto standing proudly on a staircase of six blocks

Beginner

A1

True beginner

Short, simple sentences in the present tense, with the most common words.

A2

Almost intermediate

Short sentences in the present and past, with everyday words.

Intermediate

B1

Solid intermediate

Everyday language in longer sentences, with some words about the topic.

B2

Almost advanced

Natural language on most topics, with idioms and varied sentences.

Advanced

C1

Almost fluent

Fluent, natural language with precise words for the topic.

C2

Fluent

The full range of a skilled native speaker.

Our six steps follow the CEFR scale (A1 to C2) that language schools and tests use. If you know your CEFR level, pick the step with the same code.

Same topic, two levels

Only the language changes.

Here’s the same moment from a Game Day lesson, written for A2 and for B2.

A2 · Almost intermediate

El equipo juega la final esta noche. El estadio está lleno.

The team plays the final tonight. The stadium is full.

B2 · Almost advanced

Esta noche el equipo local se juega el título ante un estadio que lleva horas abarrotado.

Tonight the home team plays for the title in front of a stadium that has been packed for hours.

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Levels · FluentOtto