Good ability to communicate on topics related to particular interests and fields of competence. Often shows a high degree of fluency and ease of speech, yet when under pressure, the ability to use the language may deteriorate. Usually strong in either structural precision or vocabulary, but not in both. Comprehension of normal native speech is nearly complete, but the individual may miss some details, and cultural and local references, which may require the native speaker to adjust in some ways. 3 General Professional Proficiency Able to speak the language with sufficient structural accuracy and vocabulary to participate effectively in most formal and informal conversations on practical, social and professional topics.
Discourse is cohesive.
Can discuss particular interests and special fields of competence with reasonable ease even though vocabulary lacks some precision. Speaks at a normal rate of speech. Understanding of the native speaker is quite complete. Can effectively combine structure and vocabulary to convey meaning accurately. Errors do not interfere with communication.