CEFR guide
What is level A2?
A complete guide to the 6 English levels (A1 → C2) with clear descriptions, real-life examples and learning goals.
A2ElementaryCommunicate in simple, routine tasks.
At A2 you understand sentences and common expressions on familiar topics (family, shopping, work, local area), exchange direct information in routine tasks and briefly describe your past and surroundings.
~180–200cumulative study hours3.0–3.5IELTS225+TOEIC (L+R)
Can do at A2 level
- Talk about what you did yesterday or at the weekend
- Buy tickets, book a table, ask about prices and timetables
- Understand short messages, emails and menus
- Write short messages and thank-you notes
- Describe familiar people and places
Real-life situations
On a tripBuy tickets, check in, ask train times.
At the doctor'sDescribe simple symptoms, understand advice.
Making plansInvite friends, agree a time and place.
ShoppingAsk about sizes and colours, return items.
Common topics at A2
- Travel & transport
- Shopping
- Health
- Weather
- Hobbies
- Work
Key grammar points
- Past simpleWe visited Da Nang last summer.
- Present continuousShe is waiting for the bus.
- Comparatives & superlativesThis hotel is cheaper than the other one.
- Going to (plans)I'm going to visit my parents.
- Countable / uncountableHow much water? How many apples?
- Should / mustYou should see a doctor.
Essential vocabulary areas
TransportClothesBody & healthWeatherFree-time activitiesPlaces in town