We work primarily with language books which follow the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR © Council of Europe), starting at the A1 level (beginner) and striving to reach a minimum B2 (fluent). See the language learning timeline below.
| Total Hours | CEFR Level | Skills | Language Reality |
|---|---|---|---|
| 100-150 | A1Survival | Order food, ask basic directions, greet locals, use present tense | Skill acquired in all three languages at this level |
| 250-300 | A2 Social | Discuss hobbies, describe your job, and express routine social interactions | Comfort acquired in Italian and French; actively developing grammar foundations in German |
| 400-600 | B1 Conversational | Travel smoothly, understand TV plots, express opinions, banter casually | Skill acquired in Italian and French around 450 hours; in German around 600 hours |
| 750-900 | B2 / C1 Professional | Conduct business, give presentations, read complex texts, speak spontaneously | Skill acquired in Italian and French around 750 hours; in German around 900 hours |
| 1,000+ | C1 / C2 Mastery | Understand subtle cultural nuances, humor, expressions, speak like a near-native | Skill requires consistent immersion to maintain level |
