Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
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The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is an international standard that defines levels of language proficiency to describe learners’ skills in a consistent, comparable way across different languages and educational contexts.
All labels observed (4)
How this entity was disambiguated
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NED1
Entity disambiguation (via context triple)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Context triple: [Cambridge Assessment English, usesStandard, Common European Framework of Reference for Languages]
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A.
European Qualifications Framework
The European Qualifications Framework is a common European reference framework that helps compare and translate qualifications across different countries and education systems in Europe.
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B.
SIELE examinations
SIELE examinations are internationally recognized Spanish-language proficiency tests that assess and certify a candidate’s command of Spanish for academic and professional purposes.
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C.
English for Speakers of Other Languages
English for Speakers of Other Languages is an educational program designed to help non-native English speakers develop the language skills needed for academic success and everyday communication.
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D.
The System of Basic English
The System of Basic English is a simplified form of English that restricts vocabulary and grammar to a small, controlled word list to facilitate easier international communication and language learning.
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E.
Combined Nomenclature of the European Union
The Combined Nomenclature of the European Union is the EU’s detailed tariff and statistical classification system for goods used in customs declarations and trade statistics.
- F. None of above. chosen
- G. Unsure - the case is ambiguous/there is not enough information to decide.
NED2
Entity disambiguation (via description)
gpt-5-mini-2025-08-07
Target entity: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Target entity description: The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is an international standard that defines levels of language proficiency to describe learners’ skills in a consistent, comparable way across different languages and educational contexts.
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A.
European Qualifications Framework
The European Qualifications Framework is a common European reference framework that helps compare and translate qualifications across different countries and education systems in Europe.
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B.
SIELE examinations
SIELE examinations are internationally recognized Spanish-language proficiency tests that assess and certify a candidate’s command of Spanish for academic and professional purposes.
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C.
English for Speakers of Other Languages
English for Speakers of Other Languages is an educational program designed to help non-native English speakers develop the language skills needed for academic success and everyday communication.
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D.
The System of Basic English
The System of Basic English is a simplified form of English that restricts vocabulary and grammar to a small, controlled word list to facilitate easier international communication and language learning.
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E.
Combined Nomenclature of the European Union
The Combined Nomenclature of the European Union is the EU’s detailed tariff and statistical classification system for goods used in customs declarations and trade statistics.
- F. None of above. chosen
Statements (58)
| Predicate | Object |
|---|---|
| instanceOf |
Council of Europe standard
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educational standard ⓘ language proficiency framework ⓘ |
| abbreviation | CEFR ⓘ |
| appliesTo |
language assessment
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language learning ⓘ language teaching ⓘ |
| classificationScheme | A1–C2 scale ⓘ |
| companionVolumePublicationDate | 2018 ⓘ |
| countryOfOrigin | France ⓘ |
| defines |
A1 level
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A2 level ⓘ B1 level ⓘ B2 level ⓘ C1 level ⓘ C2 level ⓘ |
| developer | Council of Europe ⓘ |
| grouping |
basic user
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independent user ⓘ proficient user ⓘ |
| hasEdition | Companion Volume with New Descriptors ⓘ |
| hasPart |
A1 level
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A2 level ⓘ B1 level ⓘ B2 level ⓘ C1 level ⓘ C2 level ⓘ |
| highestProficiencyLevel | C2 level ⓘ |
| inception | 2001 ⓘ |
| influenced |
international language tests alignment
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language examination systems in Europe ⓘ |
| isBasisFor |
national language curricula in Europe
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self-assessment language grids ⓘ |
| language |
English
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French ⓘ |
| lowestProficiencyLevel | A1 level ⓘ |
| mapsLevelToGroup |
A1 basic user
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A2 basic user ⓘ B1 independent user ⓘ B2 independent user ⓘ C1 proficient user ⓘ C2 proficient user ⓘ |
| publicationDate | 2001 ⓘ |
| publisher | Council of Europe ⓘ |
| region | Europe ⓘ |
| scope |
listening
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reading ⓘ spoken interaction ⓘ spoken production ⓘ writing ⓘ |
| shortName | CEFR ⓘ |
| title | Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, teaching, assessment ⓘ |
| use |
certification of language proficiency
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comparing language qualifications ⓘ curriculum design ⓘ describing language proficiency ⓘ language testing ⓘ standardizing language levels ⓘ |
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Instruction
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Input
Subject: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages Description of subject: The Common European Framework of Reference for Languages is an international standard that defines levels of language proficiency to describe learners’ skills in a consistent, comparable way across different languages and educational contexts.
Referenced by (8)
Full triples — surface form annotated when it differs from this entity's canonical label.
Cambridge Assessment English
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usesStandard
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Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
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linked to: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
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title
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Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, teaching, assessment
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linked to: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages
CEFR
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hasDocument
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Common European Framework of Reference for Languages: Learning, Teaching, Assessment
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linked to: Common European Framework of Reference for Languages