Complete beginners who have little to no prior knowledge of Korean (may already know the alphabet, but only knows very basic words and phrases).
Can understand the main points on familiar matters regularly encountered in work, school, leisure, etc. Can hold real conversations but often struggles to get around gaps in vocabulary and grammar.
Can express him/herself fluently and spontaneously without much obvious searching for expressions. Can use language flexibly and effectively for social, academic and professional purposes.
Can introduce him/herself and others and can ask and answer questions about basic personal details. Can interact in a very simple way if the other person talks slowly and is prepared to help.
Can speak casually and comfortably on daily topics but needs practice discussing and sharing viewpoints on more advanced matters.
