Free French Vocabulary Level Test
The depth of your word knowledge: everyday words at A1–A2, then synonyms, antonyms, collocations and idioms at B1–C1. This measures your vocabulary LEVEL (CEFR) — for an estimate of how many words you know, take the vocabulary size test instead.
50 items
From A1 up to C1
~10–15 minutes
Instant results
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What this french vocabulary level test measures
The depth of your word knowledge: everyday words at A1–A2, then synonyms, antonyms, collocations and idioms at B1–C1. This measures your vocabulary LEVEL (CEFR) — for an estimate of how many words you know, take the vocabulary size test instead.
Test format
- 10 questions per CEFR level (A1–C1), 50 in total
- Definition and in-context word choice at lower levels
- Synonyms, antonyms and collocations at intermediate levels
- Idioms and fine meaning distinctions at advanced levels
This French test: 50 items — 10 at A1 · 10 at A2 · 10 at B1 · 10 at B2 · 10 at C1.
Sample questions from the french test
Real items from the test bank — one per level band. The full test adapts from A1 to C1.
Que signifie "pain" ?
- 1Bread
- 2Water
- 3Cheese
- 4Milk
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Correct: Bread
"Pain" means bread — a staple food eaten at most French meals.
"Avoir envie de" means:
- 1To be obliged to
- 2To be able to
- 3To feel like / want to do something
- 4To be used to
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Correct: To feel like / want to do something
"Avoir envie de" expresses desire — feeling like doing or having something.
Que signifie "aborder" (un sujet) ?
- 1To avoid
- 2To exaggerate
- 3To summarize
- 4To tackle / address (a topic)
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Correct: To tackle / address (a topic)
"Aborder un sujet" means to tackle or take up a topic. (It can also mean to board a ship or approach someone.)
The CEFR levels this test grades
Beginner
Understands and uses familiar everyday expressions and very basic phrases.
Elementary
Communicates in simple, routine tasks on familiar topics and activities.
Intermediate
Deals with most situations while travelling; describes experiences, events and opinions.
Upper Intermediate
Interacts with native speakers fluently; understands complex texts on concrete and abstract topics.
Advanced
Uses language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.
Methodology
This French vocabulary level test contains 50 items (10 at A1, 10 at A2, 10 at B1, 10 at B2, 10 at C1), ordered from A1 to C1 and drawn from the same item bank used inside the Lenguia study-plan product.
Scoring uses a pass-threshold model: each CEFR level is "passed" when you earn roughly two-thirds of its available points, and your result is the highest level you pass consecutively starting from A1. This rewards consistent competence rather than lucky guesses. Results range from A1 to C1 (the test does not grade C2).
The items are informed by the competency descriptors of the Council of Europe CEFR framework. This is a free self-assessment: results are a reliable orientation, not a certified proficiency measurement.
The competency descriptors follow the Council of Europe CEFR framework.
How to improve your french vocabulary
Frequently asked questions
How accurate is this French vocabulary level test?
It uses the same item bank and pass-threshold scoring as the placement engine inside Lenguia's study-plan product, so the CEFR estimate is consistent and repeatable. Like any online self-assessment it is an orientation, not an official certificate.
Is it really free? Do I need an account?
Yes — the full test, the result and the shareable certificate are free, with no signup. If you create an account afterwards, your result can be used to build a personalized study plan.
What levels can I get?
A1, A2, B1, B2 or C1. A level counts as reached when you earn roughly two-thirds of its points and have passed every level below it. C2 is not graded.
Can I retake the test?
Yes, as often as you like. Questions within each level are shuffled, and your latest result replaces the previous one on this device.
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