B1 students are getting confident using English in real-world situations. They can easily make requests in shops and restaurants, for example. They can have simple conversations, but forming sentences may still feel slow and difficult. They can understand English TV shows with English subtitles, follow the news in English, and write simple texts about familiar topics. B2 students have basic English fluency. They’re confident and in control when speaking, writing, listening and reading in English. They can live, work or study in an English-speaking environment and have comfortable interactions with others. They can usually understand native speakers, and can discuss their opinions in some detail. Learn more about all the language levels in our detailed guide.