A0
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I can not speak Welsh at all.
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I can not write Welsh at all.
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A1
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I can :
- interact in a simple way provided the other person is willing to speak slowly, repeat or rephrase things, as well as being willing to help me
- use basic expressions and phrases, e.g. introduce myself or another person,
- ask and answer questions on familiar topics e.g. ‘Where do you live?’.
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I can :
- write a short simple message as an email or note, including the time, date and place.
- fill in forms with personal details, e.g. name, address and telephone number.
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A2
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I can:
- communicate in simple Welsh on familiar topics.
- contribute to very short social conversations, even though I can’t, usually, keep the conversation going myself.
- use a series of phrases to describe and answer questions on my family and other people, the weather.
- convey instructions or very simple telephone messages.
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I can:
- write short simple notes and messages, connecting together simple phrases with simple connecting words such as 'and', 'but' and 'because'.
- write a very simple letter or email, e.g. thanking someone for doing something.
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B1
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I can:
- take advantage of a range of simple language to deal with most situations which are likely to arise in my work.
- understand the general meaning of emails and letters on topics of personal interest, as well as theoretical letters within the context of my work.
- enter unprepared into conversation on topics that are familiar, e.g. family, hobbies, work, travel and current events.
- offer advice on simple matters to clients within the context of my work.
- describe experiences and events, hopes and ambitions.
- give reasons and explanations for my opinions and plans concisely
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I can:
- take fairly accurate notes in meetings or seminars where the subject is familiar and foreseeable.
- write letters or emails to describe events, experiences and impressions
- write memoranda or informal emails to convey information.
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B2
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I can :
- listen to, understand and contribute to discussions in meetings and seminars.
- take an active part in discussion in familiar contexts.
- clearly express an opinion.
- present clear, detailed descriptions on a wide range of subjects related to work
- expand and support ideas with supplementary points and relevant examples.
- explain a viewpoint on a topical issue giving the advantages and disadvantages of various options.
- give a clear presentation on familiar topics.
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I can:
- write short pieces of business correspondence, as a letter or email, on a wide range of topics related to my work or my field of interest, and this in standard Welsh without using a template (but using a spellchecker, dictionary, technical resources etc. when necessary).
- take notes or write reports, passing on information or giving reasons in support or against a particular point of view.
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C1
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I can :
- express myself fluently and unprompted.
- use language flexibly and effectively for social and professional purposes, and contribute confidently to meetings and oral presentations.
- formulate ideas and opinions, and ensure that my contributions are relevant to others.
- respond appropriately to different cultural and social situations.
- present clear detailed descriptions of complex subjects, integrating sub-themes, developing particular points, and rounding off with an appropriate conclusion.
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I can:
- write clear well-structured texts, expressing points of view at some length.
- write detailed explanations of complex subjects in the form of email, letter, essay or report, underlining the salient issues.
- write different types of texts in styles that are appropriate to the reader in mind.
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C2
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I can:
- understand reports and articles I come across in my work, including complex ideas expressed in complex language.
- take part effortlessly in any discussion.
- express myself fluently and convey finer shades of meaning precisely.
- If I do have a problem I can revise and restructure around the difficulty so smoothly that other people are hardly aware of it.
- advise on complex, difficult and contentious matters such as financial or legal matters, to the extent that my specialised knowledge allows me
- present descriptions or arguments well, smoothly and clearly, in the appropriate register and context, and with a logical and effective structure which helps to draw the listeners’ attention to relevant points.
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I can :
- take full and accurate notes and continue to take part in meetings and seminars.
- write well-structured and smoothly flowing texts in the appropriate register.
- write complex technical reports or articles which helps the recipients to notice significant points.
- write reviews of professional and/or literary works.
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