What is the DELF exam in France?

DELF (Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française) and DALF (Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française) are official qualifications awarded by the French Ministry of Education to certify the competency of candidates from outside France in the French language. These certificates are valid for life.

What is the purpose of the DELF exam?

A DELF French proficiency assessment provides additional information on a student's French language proficiency as measured by an established and internationally recognized tool. In Canada, many school divisions use the DELF results to help evaluate the effectiveness of their French programs.

Is the DELF exam hard?

The DELF B2 is a challenging exam, especially for non-native French speakers. The exam tests your ability to communicate in French at an upper-intermediate to advanced level. Preparing for the DELF B2 may seem daunting but by studying and practicing, you can improve your French language skills.

What level of DELF is fluent?

B2. B2 is the level where a student is considered fluent since their knowledge is advanced but not proficient. This level requires 230 hours of study or eight sessions, meaning one year of complete study (after completing the intermediate).

What is a passing score for the DELF exam?

You must obtain a mark of at least 50 out of 100 points to pass the DELF – this is known as the “pass mark” (“seuil de réussite”). Note, however, that if you score less than 5 out of 25 in any one of the four skill sections, you will not pass!

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What is the hardest DELF exam?

The OCDSB offers DELF administrations to eligible students twice a year, once in the fall and once in the spring. Students are eligible during the semester in which they are enrolled in a Grade 12 FSL course and are offered the choice of three test levels: A2 (easiest), B1, and B2 (hardest).

How many times can I take the DELF test?

Anybody who wants their French skills to be recognised can take the DELF or DALF, and there are no prior conditions. Can I take an examination more than once? Candidates can take examinations as many times as necessary, until they pass.

How long does it take to become bilingual in French?

If you are an English speaker, learning French requires 575-600 hours of study (or 23-24 weeks full- time). It is the same for other European Romance languages (French, Italian, Spanish etc) and the Germanic ones (Danish, Swedish, Dutch/Afrikaans Norwegian – not German).

What is the English equivalent of DELF?

Although the DILF, DELF, and DALF are the French equivalent of the English proficiency test or the Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL), there is quite a difference between these two testing systems.

Is B2 enough to work?

At B2 English level, you have built confidence and control when speaking, writing, listening and reading in English. This English level is good enough to function in English-speaking workplaces, schools, and colleges, and you can now produce complex sentences and sound natural in normal conversations.

Can you self study for DELF?

If you can organize yourself without outside assistance, then the textbook is all you need to prepare well for DELF B2. Speaking from personal experience, I can say that it will make you 100% ready for the listening and reading parts. You will: Know what kind of texts to expect on the DELF B2 exam.

Is DELF valid forever?

DELF is an official, high-quality diploma, harmonised with the levels of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages. This diploma is recognised worldwide and is valid for life.

Can I take DELF exam online?

The short is no. The DELF and DALF are diplomas awarded by the French Ministry of Education. They are tests taken under examination conditions and so you must find a local centre in order to take one. We don't offer certificates of any kind (yet) as Kwiziq is designed to help you master your French on an ongoing basis.

Is the DELF exam pen or pencil?

The written tests are done on paper, only black or blue pens (ballpoint or ink) are allowed to compose (no pencil).

Do you need DELF to study in France?

Most universities in France, specially the public ones, require the B2 (intermediate) certificate in the "Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française - DELF" or the TCF-DAP for international students. Few of them require the C1 (advanced) certificate in the "Diplôme Approfondi de Langue Française - DALF).

What do you need to qualify for DELF?

DELF - An applicant must score at least 50 points out of 100 pass the level. DALF C1 - A minimum of 50 points, in addition to at least 5 points per part is required to pass the level. DALF C2 - A minimum of 50 points, in addition to at least 10 points per part, is required to pass the level.

How long is the DELF exam?

DELF A1: 1 hour 20 minutes. DELF A2: 1 hour 40 minutes. DELF B1: 1 hour 45 minutes. DELF B2: 2 hours 30 minutes.

How long does the DELF last?

The DELF and DALF are six separate diplomas issued by the French Ministry for National Education to certify the French language skills. These diplomas are valid for life.

What level of French is DELF B2?

B2 – Upper Intermediate or Vantage: At this stage of French learning a user can: Understand the fundamental idea of a complex text, or technical piece related to his field. Can communicate with a degree of fluency and spontaneity without too much strain for either the learner or the native speaker.

Can I be fluent in French in 1 year?

Depending on your goals, native language, study method and time, and motivation, within 6 months to 3 years you should be able to speak French at a good level. It will take longer if you're following a secondary school curriculum or want to totally master French for a career in something like interpreting.

What is the hardest language to learn?

Mandarin Chinese

Interestingly, the hardest language to learn is also the most widely spoken native language in the world. Mandarin Chinese is challenging for a number of reasons. First and foremost, the writing system is extremely difficult for English speakers (and anyone else) accustomed to the Latin alphabet.

What's the easiest language to learn?

Languages that are related to English and easy to learn include most Germanic languages (Dutch, Norwegian, Danish, Swedish, and German) and Romance languages (Spanish, Portuguese, Italian, French, and Romanian). Apart from this, knowing a language related to the target language can make it easier to learn!

What are the benefits of DELF?

Common and Beneficial: If you want to pursue a career in French then DELF is your gateway to teaching French in the beautiful country of France or across the globe. The exam not only takes you to French universities but also to the professional business world of French speakers.

How long is French test valid for?

Getting your Certificate

The certificate of results is valid for two years. A candidate may take the test as many times as he/she wants, however, a one-month waiting period is required between two successive tests.

How much is a DELF test?

DELF level A1 : 120€ DELF level A2 : 140€ DELF level B1 : 160€ DELF level B2 : 180€, a 20€ discount is applied when combining the DELF B2 preparation.