Linguaskill test formatLinguaskill is a flexible, modular assessment, which tests:
- Reading and Listening (combined)
- Writing
- Speaking
Administer the test onsite using just a computer, internet connection, a microphone and a set of headphones. No specialist software or equipment is needed (
check technical requirements).
Linguaskill has four parts:



| Reading and listening: 60-85 minutes (7 parts)
The Reading and Listening module is adaptive, so there is not a fixed number of questions. Each question the candidate answers helps the computer to understand their level better. The test finishes when the candidate has answered enough questions for Linguaskill to identify their level accurately. Results for the Reading and Listening module are provided immediately.
Number of parts:
| 7
| Number of questions: | Variable | Extension of the texts: | Variable
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| Writing: 45 minutes (2 parts)
The Writing module asks candidates to input answers using a computer keyboard. Answers are marked automatically by the computer. Results will be available within 48 hours.
Format:
| El candidato graba sus respuestas
| Example topics: | future plans
free time and hobbies, using and learning English, family and friends, travel and holidays, places and sights
studying and working, shopping, sport, music, home life, technology |
| Part 1 Email:
| One question. The candidate will will be asked to write a minimum of 50 words. One half of the final Writing result.
| Part 2 Long text: | One question. The candidate will be asked to write a minimum of 180 words. One half of the final Writing result.
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| Speaking: 15 minutes (5 parts)
The Speaking module is taken using a computer with a microphone and headphones. Questions are presented to the candidate through the computer screen and headphones, and their responses are recorded and assessed by examiners. Results will be available within 48 hours.
| Part 1 Interview:
| El candidato responde a ocho preguntas acerca de sí mismo (las dos primeras preguntas no se califican). | Questions: Marks in part 1: | 8 20% of the marks. | Part 2 Reading aloud: | The candidate reads eight sentences aloud.
| Questions: Marks in part 2: | 8 20% of the marks. | Part 3 Long turn 1: | The candidate is given a topic to talk about for one minute. 40 seconds are allowed for preparation.
| Questions: Marks in part 3:
| 1 20% of the marks. | Part 4 Long turn 2: | The candidate is given one or more graphics (such as a diagram or information sheet) to talk about for one minute. One minute is allowed for preparation.
| Questions: Marks in part 4:
| 1 20% of the marks. | Part 5 Communication activity: | The candidate gives their opinions in the form of short responses to five questions related to one topic. One minute is allowed for preparation.
| Questions: Marks in part 5:
| 5 20% of the marks. |
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Linguaskill resultsResults for Linguaskill are provided instantly for Reading and Listening, and within 48 hours for all skills. With a computer-generated Test Report Form, there is no waiting for printed certificates or other documents.
 | Linguaskill assesses English language ability from below A1 to C1 or above on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR). Test results also show Cambridge English Scale scores.You'll see a Cambridge English Scale score and CEFR Level for each skill tested so you can see where test takers have performed well, and where they can improve.
If more than one skill is tested, you'll see an overall average result.Along
with the candidates' results, each Test Report Form includes a short
description of what a typical candidate can do at the relevant CEFR level. |
The Cambridge English Scale is a range of scores used for reporting the results of Cambridge English exams. It allows you to quickly understand what your candidates' level of English is.
The
CEFR is the international benchmark for describing language ability. This means you can compare Linguaskill results to international standards.
Linguaskill score
| CEFR level
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180+
| C1 or above
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160 - 179
| B2
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140 - 159
| B1
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120 - 139
| A2
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100 - 119
| A1
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82 - 99
| Below A1
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Easy-to-understand report format
You can produce reports for individuals or groups,
depending on your needs. You can also produce a breakdown of scores by
group and level, allowing easy comparison of ability across your whole
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Linguaskill results report format


| Linguaskill results are presented in a clear and easy-to-understand Test Report Form.
The form will show you:
- your candidates' Cambridge English Scale score for each skill tested
- an overall Cambridge English Scale score, which is an average of the individual scores
- your candidates' CEFR level for each skill tested
- an overall CEFR score
- an explanation of what each score means in terms of English language ability.
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