So, was B1 a bit too easy? Did you complete the test and think, “Right then, what’s next?”

Well, this is it! Welcome to B2: the level where English gets really exciting!

You're not constantly searching for words anymore. You're not constructing sentences in your head before you speak. You're just... communicating.

At B2, you can debate. You can persuade. You start to explain complex ideas and are actually understood. You can watch films without subtitles and enjoy them. You can work in English, study in English and live in English.

Real-Life Scenarios at B2 Level

Joining Deeper Conversations

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You’re with friends or colleagues and the topic shifts to something a little more serious. At B2, you can:

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• Share your take: “I agree to an extent, but I think the bigger issue is how we define success in the first place.”​
• Keep the conversation going: “That’s an interesting point. What do you think the solution could be?”

Travelling Solo, Stress-Free

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You’re in a new city, on your own. But instead of panicking, you:

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• Ask locals for advice: “Are there any less touristy places you’d recommend?”
• Handle hiccups with ease: “I think there’s been a mix-up with my booking. Could you check again?”

English Media Without the Subtitles

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You’re watching your favourite show or listening to a new audiobook. And guess what?

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• You’re following along just fine, even when native speakers talk fast.​
• You catch some of the humour, the irony and the little language quirks that subtitles never get quite right.​

Why B2 Is Such a Powerful Place to Be

B2 is often called the gateway to fluency and for good reason. This is where you become genuinely independent in English. You can live, work, study and socialise without constantly worrying about your language skills.

Want to find out if B2 is your level?